Manager: Legal Services

Location: Western Cape
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience: 5 – 8 years

About Knysna Municipality

Our vision is to create a community where both people and nature prosper. We are committed to providing high-quality, affordable services, reducing poverty, and promoting social and economic growth through sustainable resource management and skilled development.

The Role

We are seeking a qualified Manager for Legal Services to oversee our legal department. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing legal risks, providing expert advice, and ensuring the municipality operates within the required legal frameworks.

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB is highly preferred).
• 5 to 8 years of relevant legal experience.
• At least 2 years of experience within a local government environment is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Compliance with Municipal Minimum Competency (MMC) standards is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills in English and at least one other official language of the Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy and Planning: Define and implement short-term objectives for the Legal Services department.
• Legal Advice: Manage the flow of legal communication and provide professional advice to the organization and the public.
• Litigation Management: Oversee legal proceedings to protect the municipality’s interests and reputation.
• Property Administration: Handle all legal aspects of property management, including acquisitions, disposals, leases, donations, and ownership transfers.
• Financial Management: Prepare departmental budgets and ensure responsible expenditure control.
• Team Leadership: Manage and supervise staff within the legal division according to municipal policies and labor laws.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this position, please submit your application through the Knysna Municipality career portal.

Closing Date: 5 March 2026