a) Legal Administration
• Maintain and organize legal files, contracts, correspondences, and case folders in
both physical and digital repositories.
• Support contract management processes, including tracking contract expiry dates,
renewals, and approvals.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, letters, minutes, demand
notices, and routine drafts under supervision.
b) Compliance Support
• Assist in monitoring compliance calendars for statutory filings, licenses, permits,
and regulatory obligations.
• Support compliance audits, documentation gathering, and follow-ups with
relevant departments.
• Help prepare compliance reports for management.
c) Paralegal and legal support
• Conduct basic legal research to support the Legal Associate or General Counsel.
• Summarize statutes, regulations, and case law relevant to ongoing matters.
• Prepare case briefs, bundles, and hearing documentation.
d) Contract support
• Support drafting of simple agreements (e.g., NDAs, standard vendor agreements)
under supervision.
• Follow up with departments and external parties to ensure timely execution and
safe storage of contracts.
e) Litigation & Dispute Management Support
• Liaise with external counsel on service of documents, court attendances, filings,
and status updates.
• Maintain an updated litigation tracker, including hearing dates, case updates, and
costs.
f) Corporate Governance & Records
• Assist in maintaining statutory registers and minute books.
• Support preparations for Board Committee packs, governance filings, and internal
audits.
g) Departmental Operations & Digital Transformation
• Support digitization of contracts, legal workflows, and implementation of legal
request tracking systems.
• Assist in improving turnaround time through standardized templates and checklists.
h) Cross-Functional Coordination
• Coordinate with Finance, HR, Procurement, Sales, and Operations to follow up on
legal requests, documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Support the Finance team with debt recovery documentation, issuing demand
notices, and liaising with external counsel.

Skills & Experience
â–ª Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) from a recognized institution (3rd year and 4th year
students to be considered).
â–ª Basic understanding of legal processes, contracts, compliance, and litigation
procedures.
â–ª Strong research, writing, and document management skills.
Competencies
Technical competencies
â–ª Basic legal research skills
â–ª Drafting and documentation
â–ª Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements
â–ª File and records management
â–ª Proficiency in MS Office and legal document tools
â–ª Accuracy and attention to detail
Behavioural competencies
â–ª Professionalism and integrity
â–ª Confidentiality and discretion
â–ª Strong communication skills
â–ª Time management and planning
â–ª Teamwork and collaboration
â–ª Initiative and problem-solving attitude
â–ª Customer service orientation
â–ª Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Working Environment: The jobholder is exposed to a conducive work environment with
minimum disagreeable conditions.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to recruitment3@truenorthafrica.com with subject line Legal Assistant by 15th February,2026.

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