Senior State Law Advisor: Office of the State Law Adviser (LP 9) at Department of Justice and Constitutional Development

• Pretoria Ref No: 7/08/2026 (X5 Posts)
• Cape Town Ref No: 8/08/2026 (X2 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS :

• An NQF level 7 legal qualification/ LLB as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of eight (8) years appropriate post qualification litigation/ advisory experience. Admittance as an Attorney or Advocate. Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Constitution Law, Administrative Law and the Criminal Justice System. Knowledge of Public Service Legislative and Governance Framework. Knowledge and experience in drafting bills and legislation development. Knowledge, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management, Treasury. A valid driver`s license.
• Skills and Competencies: Legal research and drafting; Dispute resolution; Analytical thinking; Communication skills (written and verbal); Presentation and facilitation skills; Financial management skills; Computer literacy; Strategic planning capabilities and leadership skills; Ability to work as a team, individually and under pressure.

DUTIES :

• Facilitate legal research, including comparative legal research on legislative development. Manage the certification and drafting of bills. Scrutinise and provide legal advice on primary, secondary and other subordinate legislation. Facilitate capacity building and mentorship for client Departments. Facilitate legislation translation services. Facilitate and manage legislative processes. Facilitate mentoring and coaching of juniors on legal research and provide information and or case law relevant to legislation and bill drafting.