State Advocate (Attorney)

About the role

The National Prosecuting Authority is hiring a State Advocate (Attorney), based in Cape Town. This is a permanent post, paying R970,221 to R1,600,893 a year. Asset Forfeiture Unit How to apply: e mail: Recruit2026352@npa.gov.za Reference number to quote: RECRUIT 2026/352 Closing date: 16 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Act as Attorney for the Asset Forfeiture Unit.
• Execute tasks that by law must be performed by Attorneys.
• Attend to diverse types of civil litigation in the High Court, Magistrate Courts as well as appeals from these courts, including appeals to the Supreme Court of Appeal.
• Deal with constitutional issues, including litigation in the Constitutional Court.
• Draft and/or settle all types of agreements render legal opinions, draft and move applications.
• Attend to queries from curators on litigation of Asset Forfeiture matters.
• Collect all taxed bills of all costs in favour of the state.

Requirements

• An LLB.
• For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification.
• At least 5 years post qualification legal experience.
• Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
• Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, presentation and communication skills.
• Strong computer skills (Ms Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
• Professionalism and able to act independently.
• Well-developed skills in legal drafting and advocacy.
• Ability to conduct legal research.
• Good knowledge of Asset Forfeiture Law will be an added advantage.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours.
• Excellent communication and administrative skills.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, Literacy and Numeracy.
• A valid driver’s licence.