An opportunity is now open for you to pitch your career at a law firm recognised by top ranking agencies for achieving consistently high standards.
The closing date for all applications is close of business on 30 September 2024.
ENS (Edward Nathan Sonnenbergs) is Africa’s largest law firm and was established over 100 years ago. It currently has over 620 practitioners and provides legal, tax, forensics and intellectual property advice to local and international corporates.
About the Candidate Legal Practitioner Programme
ENS are firm believers in the merits of on-the-job training. It’s there, working at the coalface with a skilled and experienced attorney, where you’ll feel the satisfaction that comes from providing an inspired solution for your client.
Your theoretical training at university is essential to give you the base of legal knowledge on which to build, but only the practical experience of real problem solving makes an exceptional attorney.
What will you benefit?
As part of our Candidate Legal Practitioner Programme, we offer you:
- A comprehensive induction, including technical, social and interpersonal skills
- Employee benefits schemes (including medical aid)
- Continuous development through exposure to high quality matters and group training
- Admin guidance and support for registering your training with the relevant Legal Practice Council
- Accredited in-house Practical Vocational Training (PVT) or equivalent, access to past papers and revision classes when preparing for admission examinations as applicable
- A fully resourced library (our Infohub)
- A mentor to help you to transition from university to the world of work
- Employee wellness
Qualification & Experience Requirements
- Grade 12/ Matric / equivalent certificate
- Currently studying towards at least one of the following:
- BA Law
- BAcc LLB
- BCom Law
- LLB
- LLM
- Excellent academic record
Key Competencies and Attributes
- Learning agility
- Performing under pressure
- Planning
- Accuracy
- Results orientated
- Time management
- Team work
- Microsoft office
- Passion for law
- Excellent analytical, communication and research skills
- Ability to take initiative, problem-solve and think creatively
Technical Competencies
- Legal analysis
- Legal drafting
- Legal opinion
How to Apply
To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please follow these steps below:
- Visit the ENS Africa vacancies page and read through the job requirements.
- If you meet the majority of the requirements, please proceed and apply directly from the vacancy page.
We wish you all the best!
