Webber Wentzel

Candidate Attorney Programme 2027


PayCompetitive
LocationCape Town/Western Cape
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R-01541

      Choosing the law firm where you wish to undertake your practical vocational training is the first step on the way to a successful legal career. If you are passionate about law and want a rewarding career as a lawyer, Webber Wentzel should be your first choice.

      We offer law graduates the opportunity to serve their practical vocational training with us over two-years on our Candidate Attorney Programme.

      Our candidate attorney programme offers diverse development opportunities to help each candidate attorney become a valued member of our legal team. We believe in cultivating the knowledge and skills of our people to help them launch successful careers in law.

      The Programme

      As a candidate attorney at Webber Wentzel you will be based in either Johannesburg or Cape Town. During the two years you will rotate in various legal practice areas exposing you to a wide range of legal disciplines. In addition to receiving invaluable legal training from top attorneys and respected legal practitioners, you will participate in our in-house PLT Programme in preparation for the Attorneys' Admission Examinations.

      As a value add, we provide platforms to enable more experienced attorneys to impart their wisdom; share legal knowledge; support and guide you during your two-year journey.

      Minimum requirements for consideration:

      • South African citizen/ permanent resident
      • Studied/studying at a South African Institution/ SAQA equivalent qualification
      • Expect to complete an LLB degree by 1 January 2027

      We require the following to accompany your application:

      • most recent academic transcripts including current year of study
      • academic transcripts of any undergraduate qualification (and any other relevant qualifications)
      • matric certificate
      • copy of ID

      No applications via e-mail will be considered.

      If you have any queries please contact the Webber Wentzel Graduate Recruitment team by emailing articles@webberwentzel.com

  • About the company

      Webber Wentzel is an African law firm headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa.

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