• Full Time
  • Pretoria, South Africa

Department of Justice and Constitutional Development

Department of Justice and Constitutional Development: Career Opportunity

Assistant State Attorney (LP3-LP4)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Gauteng, South Africa

Experience Level: 2+ years post-qualification

Field: Legal Practice

Important Notice: No payments are required for any stage of the recruitment process. Contact authorities if uncertain about any process.

Minimum Requirements

  • LLB degree or equivalent 4-year legal qualification
  • Admittance as Attorney in South Africa
  • 2+ years litigation experience post-qualification
  • Valid driver’s license

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage civil litigation across multiple courts (High Court, Magistrate Courts, Labour Courts, Land Claims Courts)
  • Prepare and review legal agreements/documentation
  • Provide authoritative legal opinions and advisory services
  • Handle arbitration matters including CCMA cases and debt recovery
  • Conduct legal research and precedent analysis

Application Process

Qualified candidates must submit applications through the official Department of Justice recruitment portal.

Application assistance available through government employment centers. No third-party applications accepted.

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