Background

Armaguard Security Limited, a leading security services company in Zambia, invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and professional candidates to fill the position of Legal Assistant.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the Legal Counsel

To provide legal advice and attend to matters that have a legal bearing arising from the operations of the company

Prepare and draft legal documents and correspondence

Draft contracts, agreements, examination of tender documents to ensure they are legally enforceable and are in accordance of the law, rules and regulations

Conveyancing

Conduct legal research, gather relevant documentation and write well-reasoned legal opinions on all matters or issues brought to his/her attention.

Schedule meetings, court dates, and appointments

To review progress of legal cases.

Organize and maintain legal files and case management systems.

Qualifications

The minimum qualifications therefore are as follows:

• Grade 12 certificate with 5 ‘O’ level credits including Math and English
• Bachelor’s degree in Law
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a busy legal firm

Additional Notes

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

• Provide administrative support to the Legal Counsel
• To provide legal advice and attend to matters that have a legal bearing arising from the operations of the company
• Prepare and draft legal documents and correspondence
• Draft contracts, agreements, examination of tender documents to ensure they are legally enforceable and are in accordance of the law, rules and regulations
• Conveyancing
• Conduct legal research, gather relevant documentation and write well-reasoned legal opinions on all matters or issues brought to his/her attention.
• Schedule meetings, court dates, and appointments
• To review progress of legal cases.
• Organize and maintain legal files and case management systems.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of the Zambian laws and legal processes
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Team-working skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality and attention to detail
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills

• Grade 12 certificate with 5 ‘O’ level credits including Math and English
• Bachelor’s degree in Law
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a busy legal firm