Jobs, fresher vacancy - Legal Expert (Three (3) Years Fixed-Term Contract) • UK

Company: The Agricultural Research Council

UK

Description Providing legal advice and support to stakeholders as and when required. Reviewing and update CARA and PDALA legislation. Drafting regulations for both Acts, aligned with legislation and land use initiatives. Presenting regulations at consultation workshops and incorporate valid input towards food system transformation and sustainable development. Submitting reviewed and sound CARA and PDALA legislation and regulations timeously. Providing urgent comments, opinion and/ or support on latest legal developments related to the PDALA/CARA Norms and standards project. Requirements Masters in Law/ LLM. Over 10 years of experience in legislative drafting and vetting, including national, provincial, and local government legislation. Qualifications in Law, Political Science, or Legislative Drafting, in addition to Masters in Law / LLM, will be an added advantage. Experience and understanding of the Preservation and Development of Agricultural Land Act PDALA), the Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act (CARA), and the broader agricultural sector. Enquiries: Dr Aart Jan Verschoor, Tel: (012) 427-9866 email: aartjan@arc.agric.za CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 11 June 2025 A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance as well as competency and leadership assessments. Preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act. Applications accompanied by a covering letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees. Certified copies of certificates, supporting documents and a copy of driver’s license must be attached on the form. A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint. Work Level Senior Job Type Contract Salary Market Related Duration EE Position No Location Central Office Hatfield