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CHIEF DIRECTOR: LEGAL AND EXECUTIVE SERVICES (REF

THE PRESIDENCY

Salary band

R 1 554 696

Closing date

10 July 2026

Reference

PSC 22/271

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About this role

Department

THE PRESIDENCY

Location

Pretoria

Salary

R1 554 696 per annum (level 14) (All-inclusive remuneration package)

Requirements

A Senior Certificate plus an LLB Degree. A minimum of 5 years’ Senior Management Services experience and 10 years’ experience in the legal environment. Admission as an Attorney or Advocate. Process competencies: Advanced communication, both oral and writing. Client orientation and customer focus. Honesty and integrity. Service delivery innovation. Willing to work extended hours, when necessary. Problem solving and analysis. Knowledge management.

Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing efficient and effective legal and executive services within The Presidency and legal advice to Cabinet and its Committees. Support The Presidency in being compliant with its constitutional and legislative obligations. Ensure provision of legal, executive and administrative support to the President, Deputy President and Secretary of the Cabinet, in the performance of their executive and mandated functions. Provide strategic advice to the Director-General and President on legislative changes and providing research on legal implications. Ensure provision of legal inputs that relates to matters processed by the Director-General and Secretary of the Cabinet, as well as Forum of South African Director-General (FOSAD). Provide direction and oversight on the legal approach to cross cutting legal issues pertaining to government. Draft and review a wide variety of agreements pertaining to The Presidency and government wide. Manage litigation and representing The Presidency in labour, commercial and other disputes. Ensure provision of general advice to The Presidency. Oversee and manage the work of the Legal and Executive Services Unit. Identify, mitigate and manage commercial regulatory and other risks. Manage Strategic planning, Budgeting and MTEF processes of the LES Chief Directorate. Manage communications and Stakeholder Relations of the Unit. Ensure the Unit is properly resourced to execute on its mandate.

Enquiries

Mr Katlego Futhane (012) 300 5995

Notes

NB: Email applications must on the subject line state ONLY the Reference number: LES/PRES/2026 (with no spaces) OTHER POSTS

Closing Date

10 July 2026

About legal and compliance roles in South Africa

Legal professionals in South Africa operate under a dual qualification system - attorneys are admitted through the Legal Practice Council and advocates through a Bar Council. Government legal posts - particularly at the State Attorney's office, National Prosecuting Authority, and Legal Aid South Africa - are advertised through PSC Circulars and department career pages. Compliance roles in banking, insurance, and listed companies are governed by sector-specific regulatory frameworks including FICA, POPIA, and FSB regulations.

·For government legal posts, admission as an attorney or advocate in South Africa is typically the primary minimum requirement.
·Include your Law Society or Legal Practice Council admission date and status on your CV.
·Legal posts at the National Prosecuting Authority require South African citizenship and a security clearance in addition to legal qualifications.
·Compliance roles in financial services require familiarity with FICA, the Financial Intelligence Centre's guidance notes, and sector-specific regulations from the FSCA.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within THE PRESIDENCY. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·A Senior Certificate plus an LLB Degree
  • ·A minimum of 5 years’ Senior Management Services experience and 10 years’ experience in the legal environment
  • ·Admission as an Attorney or Advocate
  • ·Process competencies: Advanced communication, both oral and writing
  • ·Client orientation and customer focus
  • ·Honesty and integrity
  • ·Service delivery innovation
  • ·Willing to work extended hours, when necessary
  • ·Problem solving and analysis
  • ·Knowledge management

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Key Duties

  • ·The successful candidate will be responsible for providing efficient and effective legal and executive services within The Presidency and legal advice to Cabinet and its Committees
  • ·Support The Presidency in being compliant with its constitutional and legislative obligations
  • ·Ensure provision of legal, executive and administrative support to the President, Deputy President and Secretary of the Cabinet, in the performance of their executive and mandated functions
  • ·Provide strategic advice to the Director-General and President on legislative changes and providing research on legal implications
  • ·Ensure provision of legal inputs that relates to matters processed by the Director-General and Secretary of the Cabinet, as well as Forum of South African Director-General (FOSAD)
  • ·Provide direction and oversight on the legal approach to cross cutting legal issues pertaining to government
  • ·Draft and review a wide variety of agreements pertaining to The Presidency and government wide
  • ·Manage litigation and representing The Presidency in labour, commercial and other disputes
  • ·Ensure provision of general advice to The Presidency
  • ·Oversee and manage the work of the Legal and Executive Services Unit

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
  • Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to sasrecruit44@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the CHIEF DIRECTOR: LEGAL AND EXECUTIVE SERVICES (REF position at THE PRESIDENCY?+

Applications for this post are submitted by email. Sign up on NewGenJobs, complete your profile, and use the one-click auto-apply feature - we attach your CV and the completed Z83 form (for government posts) and send the application directly to THE PRESIDENCY from your Gmail account. The closing date is 10 July 2026.

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What is the salary for the CHIEF DIRECTOR: LEGAL AND EXECUTIVE SERVICES (REF position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 554 696. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the CHIEF DIRECTOR: LEGAL AND EXECUTIVE SERVICES (REF application close?+

The closing date for this position is 10 July 2026 - 6 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.