Paralegal

The Faircape Group is a diverse organisation with interests in Property Management, Commercial Leasing, Telecommunications, ISP Services, Utility Management, CCTV Technologies, Renewable Energy Solutions, Financial Services, Healthcare, Retirement Holdings, and related services.

We are seeking a detail-orientated, commercially minded and proactive Paralegal (Fixed-Term Maternity Cover) to join our Legal Department based in Claremont, Cape Town.

This is a temporary position expected to commence start August 2026

The successful candidate will provide legal and administrative support across multiple business units within the Faircape Group, assisting with contract administration, property transactions, compliance, legal documentation and litigation coordination while supporting the Group's Legal Advisor and external legal service providers.

The role offers exposure to a diverse range of legal disciplines including commercial contracts, property law, leasing, conveyancing, litigation support, compliance, corporate governance and legal administration.

Duties and Responsibilities

Legal Administration & Contract Management

• Draft and prepare legal documentation using approved templates.
• Assist with the preparation, review and administration of commercial agreements, lease agreements, addenda, cessions and related documentation.
• Ensure agreements are executed, tracked and filed correctly.
• Maintain legal registers, templates, version control and document repositories.
• Manage the Legal Library and ensure all legal documentation is accurately recorded.
• Track contractual obligations, renewal dates and key legal deadlines.
• Coordinate internal approval and signing processes for legal documentation.

Property, Leasing & Conveyancing Support

• Assist with residential, sectional title and commercial property transactions.
• Prepare documentation for property transfers and conveyancing matters.
• Liaise with conveyancers, attorneys, estate agents and internal stakeholders.
• Assist with lease administration, renewals and amendments.
• Support the administration of Life Right sales transactions, including purchaser liaison, agreement preparation and transaction tracking.
• Monitor transaction progress and follow up on outstanding documentation.

Compliance & Corporate Governance

• Maintain statutory records and corporate governance documentation.
• Assist with annual returns, licence renewals and regulatory filings.
• Monitor legislative updates and support compliance initiatives.
• Assist with compliance relating to POPIA, FICA, the Property Practitioners Act and other applicable legislation.
• Support legal record keeping and governance reporting.

Litigation & Debt Recovery Support

• Prepare legal correspondence, letters of demand and settlement documentation.
• Coordinate litigation matters with external attorneys.
• Track litigation progress and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with debt recovery and tenant arrears administration.
• Compile supporting documentation required for legal proceedings.

Legal Research & General Support

• Conduct legal research on legislation, case law and regulatory matters.
• Prepare legal summaries and supporting documentation.
• Assist with reviewing legal documents for completeness and consistency.
• Support the Legal Department with general legal and administrative functions across the Group.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Paralegal Qualification, Diploma in Law or LLB Degree.
• LLB Degree advantageous.
• Conveyancing qualification or experience advantageous.

Experience and Knowledge

• 3-5 years' experience within a law firm, conveyancing practice or corporate legal department.
• Experience administering commercial contracts and legal documentation.
• Property law and conveyancing experience highly advantageous.
• Experience supporting litigation and debt recovery matters advantageous.
• Good understanding of corporate governance and compliance principles.
• Strong administrative and document management experience.

Skills and Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Logical, systematic and methodical approach.
• Professional, discreet and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Proactive with strong follow-up skills.

Specific Requirements

• Clear criminal record.
• Clear credit record.
• Clear health record.
• 2 written references.

Why Join Us?

At Faircape, you will have the opportunity to:

• Gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of businesses across property, healthcare, telecommunications, utilities and related industries.
• Build experience across commercial contracts, property transactions, leasing, compliance and corporate legal administration.
• Work alongside an experienced legal and management team.
• Enjoy modern, centrally located offices opposite Cavendish Square in Claremont.
• Benefit from approved flexi-time between 06h30 and 18h30, subject to operational requirements.
• Enjoy free barista-produced coffee and subsidised vending machine snacks.
• Make a meaningful contribution across multiple Faircape Group entities during this maternity cover period.

If you are interested, please apply. We are excited to hear from you!

Should you not receive a response within four weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.