Legal Intern
Metair Investments Limited
2026/11/12   Durban North


Job Ref #: AIL-27
Industry: Legal
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Metair is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and detailed oriented Legal Intern to join our team.
Job Description

This internship offers an exciting opportunity for a recent law graduate to gain practical experience in corporate legal matters, regulatory compliance, contract management and legal administration.

Key Responsibilities

The Law Intern will support the Legal Department with general legal, contractual and administrative matters, including:

  • Assisting with basic contract drafting, including NDAs, letters, standard agreements and contract amendments.
  • Conducting initial contract reviews and identifying key commercial and legal issues for escalation.
  • Assisting with the management and maintenance of the contract management system, including:
    • uploading and organizing contracts;
    • maintaining accurate contract records and supporting documentation;
    • monitoring key dates, expiry dates and renewal dates; and
    • assisting with contract reporting and general system administration.
  • Conducting basic legal research and preparing short legal notes or summaries where required.
  • Assisting with maintaining legal records, corporate documents and legal files.
  • Supporting the Legal Department with company secretarial, governance and compliance matters, where required.
  • Assisting with correspondence, document preparation and other general legal administrative work.
  • Providing general support to the Group Legal team as reasonably required.

Key Attributes

  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Good drafting and research skills.
  • Organized and able to manage deadlines.
  • Willingness to learn and develop commercial legal skills.
  • Professional, discreet and able to handle confidential information.
  • Comfortable using technology and legal/contract management systems.
Job Requirements

Minimum Qualification Requirements

  • LLB degree.
  • Completed the full period of practical vocational training/articles.
  • Awaiting admission as an attorney.
  • Basic understanding of commercial and contract law.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.