• Reference Number : REFS/056365
• Directorate : Executive Support and Stakeholder Management
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 970 221.00 – 1 045 197.00 (all-inclusive remuneration package)
• Enquiries : Ms Khanyisile Mafiri, Tel: (011) 355 6060

Requirements :

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or equivalent NQF level 7 qualification in law. Admittance as an Attorney or Advocate. At least 5 years appropriate post qualification litigation/ advisory experience. COMPETENCIES: Advanced legal research, analytical and interpretation skills; ability to develop sound legal arguments and provide practical legal solutions; strong drafting skills for legal opinions, pleadings, reports and other legal documents; expertise in dispute resolution, including arbitration, mediation and conciliation; sound judgement and decision-making skills; ability to assess legal risks and recommend appropriate interventions; interviewing, investigation and fact-finding skills; excellent problem-solving and analytical capabilities; strong verbal and written communication skills; negotiation, stakeholder engagement and conflict management skills; ability to apply legal principles to complex matters and deliver legally defensible outcomes; and a high level of professional integrity, objectivity and adherence to ethical standards.

Duties :

• Provide professional legal advice and opinions on constitutional, administrative, labour, commercial and public law matters. Furnish legal opinions to Gauteng Provincial Departments on the interpretation, application and possible conflict of laws. Manage and coordinate litigation involving the Office of the Premier, including liaison with the Office of the State Attorney and other relevant stakeholders. Assist with the implementation, coordination and monitoring of the Provincial Litigation Management Framework to safeguard the interests of the Province. Conduct legal research and advise management on legislative developments, case law and associated legal risks. Draft, review and vet agreements, contracts and other legal instruments. Assist with the drafting, certification, interpretation and final editing of legislation and subordinate legislation, including the preparation and processing of Bills. Represent the Office of the Premier in legal, intergovernmental and stakeholder forums and promote legal compliance, good governance and sound decision-making across GPG Departments. Contribute to the Directorate’s performance.

Notes :

• APPLICATIONS: Applications must be submitted ONLY online at www.gautengonline.gov.za. NOTE. Applicants must submit a fully completed and signed new Z83 Form; a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV); and the relevant reference number quoted on the application. Applications submitted by email, fax, post or hand delivery will not be accepted. Failure to submit all the required documents will result in the application not being considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity documents and other supporting documents on or before the interview date, as directed by Human Resources. Applicants with foreign qualifications must submit a SAQA evaluation certificate if shortlisted. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Attend a DPSA-prescribed SMS Competency Assessment if recommended by the Selection Committee following the interview process. Appointment to an SMS post is subject to successful completion of the Nyukela Pre-Entry Programme (Certificate for Entry into the SMS) offered by the National School of Government (NSG). The successful candidate must provide proof of registration and successful completion of the programme prior to appointment. The cost of the programme is for the applicant's own account. For further information visit: www.thensg.gov.za/training. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Performance Agreement within three (3) months of assuming duty, disclose their financial interests in accordance with applicable regulations. Undergo personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, citizenship, credit, qualification and employment verification. The Gauteng Office of the Premier is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and fair representation. In line with the Department's Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups. Particular consideration will be given to African females, Coloured males, Indian males, Indian females, White males, White females, and persons with disabilities, in order to promote equitable representation within the Department. By applying, applicants consent to the processing of their personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. The Gauteng Office of the Premier reserves the right not to fill, withdraw or cancel the advertised post at any stage of the recruitment process. The Gauteng Office of the Premier thanks all applicants for their interest. No late applications will be considered. Applicants can view the full details of the advert on the Public Service Vacancy Circular (www,dpsa.go.za) Circular 32 of 2026 or on the GPG Professional Job Centre (Gauteng.gov.za).

Employer : Office Of The Premier

Location : Johannesburg

Closing Date : 22-09-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.