Finance and Legal Intern

Introduction

To provide administrative, secretarial and compliance-related support to the Accounting and Executive team while gaining practical exposure to legal and financial operations. The role suits a student with paralegal or secretarial experience who is developing a foundation in both legal and financial administration, supporting accurate record-keeping, document management and day-to day office administration within the accounting department.

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide general administrative support to the accounting team, including filing, data capture and document management.

Draft, proofread and organise correspondence, contracts and internal memos.

Maintain and organise financial and legal documentation in an accurate, easily retrievable filing system.

Support diary management, meeting coordination and minute-taking where required.

Assist with compliance-related tasks, including support for statutory filings and audit record-keeping.

Maintain complete and accurate records in line with company policy and applicable regulations.

Conduct basic legal or regulatory research relevant to the finance function (e.g. tax law updates, contract clauses) as needed.

Always handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Organisational and time-management skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Basic numeracy and comfort working with figures

Discretion in handling confidential information

Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook)

Ability to work well within a team

Currently enrolled in an LLB or equivalent law degree

Must have experience in company secretariate activities (internship, part-time or volunteer experience acceptable)

Package & Remuneration

10 000