Job Description:

LEGAL INTERN – SSA

 

Role overview

 

The Legal & Compliance unit manages core functions such as contract review, regulatory compliance, and risk management. The Legal Intern will provide immediate value by assisting with drafting and reviewing commercial agreements, monitoring compliance obligations, and supporting internal legal tasks. The Legal Intern will also contribute to implementing digital compliance tools and maintaining regulatory trackers. This role offers strong mentorship opportunities, with direct guidance from senior professionals, ensuring the Legal Intern develops into a capable resource for the organisation while gaining holistic business exposure across multiple units.

 

Key responsibilities

• Assist with drafting, reviewing, and maintaining commercial agreements.
• Support monitoring of compliance obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Help set up implement and maintain digital compliance tools and data rooms where required.
• Participate in governance frameworks.
• Conduct legal research on media-related issues, including copyright, broadcasting, and digital content.
• Provide administrative support to the legal team, including maintaining case files and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and commercial alignment.
• Provide board and cosec support and liaise between company secretary and stakeholders.
• Draft resolutions and assist with filings as required.
• Support documentation, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.
• Engage in structured training and mentorship to build technical and soft skills.

 

Skills / Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, proactive, and collaborative attitude.
• Ability to learn new systems and digital compliance tools quickly.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Team-oriented with a positive “can-do” approach.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

 

Requirements 

• Completed Matric / Grade 12.
• Completed a bachelor’s degree in law (LLB / BA LLB / B.COM LLB) (essential).
• May not have secured practical vocational training (articles).
• Interest in contract management, compliance, company secretary administration and governance frameworks.
• Familiarity with regulatory reporting and digital compliance tools is advantageous.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Prior internship or project experience in legal, compliance, or commercial functions is desirable but not required.

 

What you’ll gain

• Stipend-based compensation for the duration of the internship.
• Exposure to real-world cases and industry practices.
• Mentorship from experienced Professionals.
• Hands-on experience in a media-focused legal environment.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to build transferable skills while preparing for future articles.

 

 

Contract: 12 months internship contract

Location: 183 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock, Cape Town

Closing date: 17 April 2026

 

Should you do not hear from us within two weeks, you may consider your application unsuccessful.

 

Location:

Cape Town

Brand:

Dentsu

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Student/Intern (Fixed Term) (Fixed Term)