This vacancy has closed. It closed on 4 September 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER MR3/MR4/MR5
Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
- Reference number
- LAO/LS/082026
- Salary
- MR3: R337 563 - R385 965 per annum MR4: R403 929 - R461 838 per annum MR5: R483 219 - R685 812 per annum Dependant on number of years of post qualification relevant experience [as per the provisions contained within the Occupational Specific Dispensation (OSD) for Legally Qualified Personnel in the Public Service]
- Centre
- Head Office, Pietermaritzburg
- Province
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Closing date
- 4 September 2026
- Circular
- No 30 of 2026
Requirements
A Grade 12 plus an appropriate Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or equivalent qualification. MR3 At least 2 years’ appropriate post-qualification legal experience and MR4 At least 5 years’ appropriate post-qualification legal experience and MR5 At least 8 years’ appropriate post-qualification legal experience. Experience preferably in commercial litigation, property law/conveyancing and contract drafting matters. Admission as an Attorney or an Advocate. Computer Literacy in Word processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation and email software programmes & a valid driver’s licence.
Duties
Interpret, draft and edit a wide variety of legal documents such as a contract, guarantees etc. in order to protect the interests of the Department. Providing litigation advisory services for the Department. Provide accurate and well –researched legal opinions and advice. Advising and dealing with general public service and policy issues, ensuring compliance with legislation and keeping abreast of legal developments and conducting research on the law. Developing and drafting of provincial legislation as required by the Department. Assist with the development of Departmental policies.
Where to send your application
KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Treasury, P O Box 3613, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 or 145 Chief Albert Luthuli Road, Pietermaritzburg, 3200. Applications can also be submitted via the e-services system, please assess this site (eservices.gov.za). FOR ATTENTION : Ms N Cele
Enquiries
Ms A Khan Tel No: (033) 355 5666
Note
The new Z83 form must be used effective 1st January 2021 and can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies.The Z83 must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae. Only provisionally shortlisted applicants will be contacted and requested to submit their supporting documents. The Department will also conduct reference checks with HR of current /previous employer(s) beside the references provided on CV. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Candidates will be subjected security screening and a technical assessment. Under no circumstances will be faxed, emailed and late applications be accepted. The Department discourages applications that are registered and will not be held responsible for applications sent via registered mail which are not collected from the post office. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application reaches the Department timeously. Should you not hear from the Department within 3 months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. Regrettably, due to excessive budget cuts, the department is not in a position to meet any travel and subsistence costs relating to recruitment processes, or relocation and resettlement costs for successful candidates. Preferences: Females and people with disabilities who meet the requirements.
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 30 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 21 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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