Legal Intern

OUTsurance, a prominent player in the South African insurance landscape, is seeking a motivated Legal Intern to join their team in Centurion. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in a dynamic legal environment, focusing on a specialised area of claims recovery. As part of OUTsurance's commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace, they encourage applications from all designated groups, including individuals with disabilities.

About the Role

This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in pursuing recovery claims, specifically targeting municipalities and government entities for damages arising from issues such as potholes. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the entire claims process, from initial investigation through to the compilation of litigation-ready files. This position is ideal for a recent graduate eager to apply their legal knowledge in a practical, results-oriented setting.

The Legal Intern will be responsible for a range of tasks aimed at effectively managing and prosecuting recovery claims. Key duties will include:

• **Evidence Gathering:** Systematically collecting and organising all necessary supporting documentation and evidence to substantiate claims. This involves diligent investigation into the circumstances surrounding each case.
• **Liability Assessment:** Analysing the gathered evidence to determine the extent of liability on the part of the government entity. This requires a sound understanding of relevant legal principles and the ability to apply them to specific factual scenarios.
• **File Preparation:** Compiling comprehensive and well-structured litigation files that are ready for submission and progression within the legal system. This ensures that all necessary information is presented clearly and logically.
• **Claim Prosecution:** Actively participating in the pursuit of these claims, with the ultimate goal of maximising recoveries for both OUTsurance and its clients. This may involve liaising with various stakeholders and adhering to legal procedures.

What They're Looking For

To be considered for this Legal Intern position, candidates must meet several essential criteria. These include:

• **Educational Background:** Completion of a Bachelor's degree in LLB, Business Administration, or a closely related field. A Matric certificate or equivalent qualification is also a prerequisite.
• **Technical Proficiency:** Demonstrated computer literacy, with a good command of Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• **Citizenship:** Must be a South African citizen.
• **Internship Eligibility:** Applicants must not have previously participated in an INSETA (Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority) internship or learnership programme.
• **Age Limit:** Candidates must be between the ages of 18 and 35 years old.
• **Employment Status:** Must have been unemployed for at least the past two months.

OUTsurance values its employees and fosters a vibrant and energetic work environment. If you are looking to develop your career within a forward-thinking organisation that blends digital innovation with strong human values, this internship could be an excellent stepping stone.

This type of internship typically provides a stipend rather than a full salary, as it is part of an educational and development programme. In South Africa, stipends for legal internships can vary, but they are generally intended to cover living expenses during the learnership period. Companies like OUTsurance, which are established leaders in their sector, often offer structured programmes that can lead to further career opportunities within the organisation for successful interns.

• Matric or equivalent
• Must have completed a Bachelor's degree in LLB, Business administration or related qualifications
• Computer Literate (MS Office)

Take note to qualify for an INSETA Internship program you need to:

• Be a South African citizen
• Not previously part of an internship/learnership with INSETA
• Be between the ages of 18 & 35
• Unemployed in the last 2 months