Legal Administrator

Job Description

We are recruiting a Legal Administrator on behalf of our client who will play a critical role in vetting and onboarding intermediaries, managing contracts, and providing comprehensive administrative support across the legal function. This role is ideal for a candidate who combines strong compliance knowledge with exceptional organisational skills.
Responsibilities

The Legal Administrator will provide full administrative support to the Legal team, including drafting, amending and reviewing standard and non-complex agreements, maintaining version control, and managing the contracts management process.

The role includes coordinating intermediary and binder onboarding processes, conducting AML screening and supporting Ultimate Beneficial Ownership assessments in line with FICA requirements.

The successful candidate will maintain accurate record keeping across legal and litigation matters.

Assist with FSCA and PA inspections and related queries.

Compile legal reports and proofread legal and compliance documentation.

Liaise with internal departments regarding broker onboarding and legal matters.

The position also involves calendar coordination, project assistance, and ensuring that all deliverables meet a consistently high standard of accuracy and compliance.

Requirements

Matric / Grade 12.

Paralegal qualification or equivalent.

Minimum 3–5 years’ experience as a Legal Administrator.

Experience in office administration within a legal and compliance environment will be ADVANTAGEOUS

Knowledge of the FAIS Act and related insurance legislation will be ADVANTAGEOUS.

Strong attention to detail, sound administrative capability, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

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