Law Researcher Ref No: 2025/420/OCJ at Office of the Chief Justice South Africa

REQUIREMENTS :

• Applicants should be in possession of an LLB degree or four year recognised legal qualification; A minimum of three (3) years relevant legal research experience. Sound knowledge of domestic and international legal databases.
• A valid driver’s license and an LLM degree will be an added advantage. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent research and analytical skills; Report writing and editing skills; Excellent communication skills (written and verbal); Understanding of the Constitution and relevant legislation; Computer literacy (MS Office); Ability to access and utilize computer research programmes (Westlaw, LexisNexis, Jutastat); Planning and organizing; Ability to integrate knowledge from diverse sources; Accuracy and attention to detail; Interpersonal skills; Problem solving skills; Ability to work under pressure; Ability to work independently.
• All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements.