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JUNIOR LEGAL OFFICER

National University of Scienc…

Expires: 22 May 2026

Full Time

Bulawayo

Salary: this position offer…

Law

job Description

JUNIOR LEGAL OFFICER
Join our team at the National University of Science and Technology

Position Overview
Contract Drafting, Reviewing and Management
● Assisting with drafting routine contracts and agreements
● Reviewing proposed contracts under supervision
● Conducting legal research and analysis and assisting in preparing legal opinions, studies, briefs and reports
● Supporting compliance monitoring activities
● Providing support to University Academic and Business Units on matters relating to relevant legislation and regulations
● Assisting in evaluating the University's legal interests and identifying potential litigation risks
● Liaising with internal stakeholders and maintaining communication records
● Supporting litigation management through file maintenance and tracking progress on various litigation cases
● Any other duties as assigned by the Director of Legal Services or Senior Legal Officer from time to time

Duties and Responsibilities

● Assisting in drafting legal documents and ensuring that contractual documents are legally sound, vetted, reviewed and interpreted
● Supporting the development and implementation of relevant guidelines, procedures and manuals
● Researching key developments and best practices to support policy and legal review
● Maintaining and organizing legal files and databases
● Any other duties as assigned by the Director of Legal Services or Senior Legal Officer from time to time

Terms & Conditions
An attractive package which includes Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits is offered; details of which will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.

Qualifications and Experience

● Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree with at least one (1)
- year post
- qualification experience
● Master of Laws (LLM) will be an added advantage
● Basic litigation and drafting experience or exposure through pupillage/articles
● Interest in Intellectual Property law is essential

Skills & Competencies
● Basic litigation and drafting experience or exposure through pupillage/articles
● Interest in Intellectual Property law is essential
● Experience or interest in working in academic environments is an added advantage
● Candidate must be of mature disposition, reliable, honest and have high ethical values.
● Ability to keep confidential records in a secure and retrievable manner and demonstrate eagerness to learn and develop legal skills.

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  • Salary

    this position offer…

  • Location

    Bulawayo

  • Job Type

    Full Time

  • Expiry Date

    22 May 2026

  • Date Posted

    15 May 2026