Legal Practice Council vacancies
The Legal Practice Council (LPC) is hiring professionals for key roles within its Gauteng and Mpumalanga Provincial Offices. These Legal Practice Council vacancies present exciting opportunities to contribute to the regulation and transformation of the legal profession in South Africa. Whether you’re an experienced legal practitioner or a finance or compliance professional, the vacancies for 2025 offer a meaningful path to serve the public and legal community.
Explore these available positions and submit your application before the closing date on 21 April 2025.
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Job Responsibilities
Legal Officer: Professional Affairs – Gauteng (Ref No: GP06/2025)
- Quality assurance of legal practitioner applications
- Participation in professional affairs committees
- Monitoring of compliance in firm registration and court orders
- Examination oversight and application review
- Correspondence with foreign jurisdictions
- Staff supervision
Legal Officer: Risk & Compliance – Gauteng (Ref No: GP08/2025)
- Investigate compliance issues using forensic methods
- Present findings in disciplinary hearings and courts
- Winding up of practices for suspended, struck, or deceased attorneys
- Administer trust accounts and manage audit reports
- Risk analysis and stakeholder liaison
Finance Officer – Gauteng (Ref No: GP07/2025)
- Daily and monthly financial reconciliation
- Invoice and payment allocation
- Support with audit preparation
- Member and disciplinary fine queries
Administrator: Risk & Compliance – Mpumalanga (Ref No: MP01/2025)
- Capture and verify audit reports
- Submit claims to the LPFF
- Correspond with panel attorneys and monitor legal file movement
- Assist with enquiries and maintain accurate records
Legal Practice Job Requirements : Council vacancies
Legal Officer Roles
- LLB Degree and Admission as a Legal Practitioner
- Minimum 2 years post-admission experience
- Familiarity with the Legal Practice Act No. 28 of 2014 and Section 109 Regulations
- Knowledge of the LPC Code of Conduct and related legal frameworks
- Good standing with the LPC
Finance Officer
- BCom/BTech in Accounting or related (NQF 7)
- 2 years financial administration experience
- Experience with SAGE AP/AR and accounting systems
- Knowledge of LPC rules and financial policies
Administrator: Risk & Compliance
- National Diploma in Paralegal Studies or Administration (NQF 6)
- 2 years of administrative experience
- Understanding of the Legal Aid environment and legal compliance processes
Benefits and Compensation
- Competitive CTC salary packages ranging from R279,245 to R571,000 p.a.
- Exposure to high-level legal regulatory work
- Career growth within a national statutory body
- Opportunities to support justice, compliance, and transformation in legal practice
Company Overview
The Legal Practice Council is a statutory body mandated to regulate the affairs of legal practitioners vacancies. It upholds professional standards and ensures public trust in the legal profession. The LPC is also responsible for maintaining the LPC list of attorneys, administering the LPC registration for exams, and managing the LPC list of suspended attorneys. For additional resources or questions, you can refer to LPC contact details on the official Legal Practice Council website.
Council vacancies Application Process : Legal Practice
Interested and suitably qualified candidates must submit:
- A comprehensive CV
- Copies of Matric, qualifications, and ID
- Proof of admission and driver’s license where applicable
Submit Applications To:
Gauteng: Ms Tumelo Motseo – Recruitmentgp@lpc.org.za | Tel: 012 338 5825
Mpumalanga: Ms Sive Brakfesi – Recruitmenthq@lpc.org.za | Tel: 010 001 8500
Closing Date: 21 April 2025
Late applications will not be considered.
Please note that appointments are subject to vetting. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The LPC reserves the right not to make any appointments.