Location: Windhoek
Closing: 31-January-2024
The opportunity:
SNC Incorporated has an ambitious business growth plan to achieve over the next number of years and its People are central to that delivery. The Firm aims to recruit well-rounded high caliber candidate attorneys, who are committed, self-motivated and suited to the practice of law within the diverse and multicultural environment. The firm has much to offer to the successful candidates in terms of growth protentional.
About the role:
The candidates will be expected to assist the directors and attorneys in various legal and administrative matters, as well as work independently when required. Other key responsibilities include:
- General candidate attorney duties related to Litigation Procedures and Third-Party Claims;
- Legal research;
- Drafting Legal Documents;
- Lodge and serve legal documents;
- Attend matters at Court and Registries;
- Liaise with clients;
- General administrative duties;
- Assist with other functions within the Firm whenever required
To qualify for the role:
- Must be in possession of LLB degree or equivalent qualification from recognised tertiary institution.
- Must be a Namibian Citizenship/Permanent Resident.
- Must be registered as a candidate legal practitioner with the Justice Training Centre. (Candidates who have completed the practical legal training course and/or who has passed the Legal Practitioner’s Qualifying Examination will get preference.)
- Must have a sound knowledge of Magistrate Court Rules, High Court Rules as well as Practice Directives
- Good understanding of corporate/ commercial litigation in the High Court will serve as added advantage.
- LLM in Commercial/Energy/Mining/Financial law will serve as an added advantage.
- Knowledge in the following areas will serve as an added advantage:
-Company Secretarial Work;
-Corporate & Commercial Law
-Labour Law;
-Dispute Resolution;
-Oil & Gas, Mining and Energy Law
Skills and attributes required for success:
- Have a ‘can do’ approach and works to exceed expectations.
- Ability to juggle priorities and understand the urgency of all tasks and completing projects/tasks in as short-as-possible time without sacrificing quality or compromising on standards;
- High ethical Standards;
- Excellent Communication Skills in English, both oral and written;
- Dynamic with eagerness to learn, self-disciplined and the ability to work in a pro-active manner;
- Service Oriented;
- Ability to work under pressure;
- Strong focus on pro-activity, taking initiative and anticipating reactions and outcomes;
- Strong administration skills and organizational skills;
- Computer Literate;
- Eye for detail and desire to improve standards and deliver excellence.
- Team player
- Willingness and ability to work overtime whenever practically necessary to ensure the successful completion of a project / task.
- Willingness to comply with and implement within own area all aspects of the performance criteria.
What we offer:
We offer a compensation package based on the position level and industry standards where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:
- Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
To Apply:
If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please submit your application accompanied by a cover letter detailing the suitability for the requirements of the job, a detailed Curriculum Vitae, Certified Copies of Academic Qualifications and contact details of three traceable references must be sent to:
Email: recruitment@snclawgroup.com
Hand deliver: 8612 Hosea Kutako Drive, Southport Building, 1st Floor, Unit 6A & B, Southern Industrial, Windhoek.
Applicants in “Designated Groups” especially people with disabilities, who are able to perform the required duties are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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