Legal Aid SA Head of Office (Level 2) Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity that plays a key role in South Africa’s constitutional democracy. The organisation is dedicated to providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons across all nine provinces. Legal Aid SA has been recognised as a Top Employer in South Africa for 17 consecutive years.

This opportunity is for a permanent Head of Office position based in the Johannesburg Local Office. The role offers development and career growth within an established legal institution.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Hold a legal qualification (LLB or B. Proc degree).
• Be admitted as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of South Africa.
• Possess at least 12 years of post-qualification legal experience.
• Have a minimum of 10 years of post-admission experience, including at least four (4) years of court experience.
• Demonstrated ability to train Candidate Attorneys.
• Exhibit leadership and people development skills with a track record in training Candidate Attorneys and newly appointed legal practitioners.
• Experience in budget preparation and management.
• Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word, and Outlook) are an advantage.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse workforce.
• Ability to plan, organise, coordinate, and present.
• Good facilitation skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies.
• Innovative, creative, and analytical thinking skills.
• Problem-solving and motivational skills.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills.

In line with Legal Aid SA's Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to female applicants.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Maintaining the infrastructure of the office.
• Selecting Candidate Attorneys, legal practitioners, and administrative staff for the office.
• Managing the functioning and administration of the office.
• Managing the allocation of cases to private practitioners (Judicare).
• Training and developing staff.
• Ensuring sound management of the office’s finances and other assets.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted by close of business on 4 August 2026.

To apply, submit a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) reflecting the practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies.

Applications can be sent via email or through the online portal:

• By Email:
• Send your CV to: recruitgp@legal-aid.co.za
• The subject line of your email must quote the reference number: JHB/HoO/17/07/2026
• Online:
• Apply directly via the Legal Aid SA website: www.legal-aid.co.za