Paralegal – Risk & Compliance (Full‑time)

About the role

An established international company with offices across South Africa and Africa is seeking a detail‑oriented Paralegal to join its Risk & Compliance team. The role supports company secretarial, governance and compliance functions within a dynamic multinational environment.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain statutory records and corporate registers for all group entities and prepare board, shareholder and governance documentation.
• Draft board and shareholder resolutions, assist with CIPC filings and ensure compliance with the Companies Act.
• Support implementation and maintenance of corporate governance frameworks and monitor compliance with legislation.
• Provide general legal administration, conduct legal research and prepare routine legal documents.
• Assist with internal and external audit preparation, identify governance gaps and support audit activities.
• Handle administrative and legal tasks related to legal recoveries, including documentation and correspondence.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Paralegal Studies or Law (LLB advantageous).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in company secretarial, corporate governance, regulatory compliance or legal administration.
• Experience with CIPC filings and Companies Act compliance is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration of R25 000 – R30 000 CTC per annum.
• Opportunity to work in a multinational, fast‑growing environment.
• Exposure to a broad range of risk, compliance and legal functions.