Joy Makgato
BCom Law Student | Legal & Compliance Intern (Immediate Availability)
Polokwane,Limpopo
Summary
Detail-oriented BCom Law student with over two years of practical experience in legal research, regulatory analysis, document drafting, and case file administration within legal and consulting environments. Experienced in supporting compliance and governance initiatives through structured regulatory research and documentation review. Demonstrates strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and the capacity to meet strict deadlines in professional settings. Seeking entry-level roles in Compliance, Governance, Risk, or Legal Administration within corporate, financial services, or professional services environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Finance Legal Intern
Namedi Consulting
Polokwane
05.2025 - 12.2025
- Conduct regulatory research to support compliance and governance initiatives.
- Review and analyse legal documentation to identify key legal and risk considerations.
- Support internal decision making processes by presenting structured research findings.
- Assist with legal document preparation and compliance related administrative functions.
- Contribute to project based legal and compliance assignments within a consulting environment.
- Reference | Mr Sullivan Mphahlele | 0828048799
Legal Vocational
Refentse Sebata Attorneys
Polokwane
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Drafted routine legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, and correspondence.
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and litigation strategy.
- Organised and maintained case files, ensuring document accuracy and accessibility.
- Recorded billable hours and supported administrative billing processes.
- Assisted attorneys with day-to-day legal operations, reducing workload and improving case efficiency.
- Maintained strict confidentiality and adhered to professional legal standards.
- Reference | Ms Refentse Sebata | Employer/ Principle at Refentse Sebata Attorneys | 061 486 3783
Education
BCOM Law - Law
University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa01-2027
Higher Certificate in Legal Studies - Law
IIE Varsity College
Midrand, South Africa05-2023
Skills
Regulatory Research & Legal Analysis
Compliance Support & Governance Exposure
Legal Drafting (Pleadings, Motions, Affidavits)
Case File & Document Management
Legal Documentation Review
Risk Awareness & Analytical Thinking
Time Management & Deadline Compliance
Professional Written & Verbal Communication
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Timeline
Finance Legal Intern
Namedi Consulting
05.2025 - 12.2025
Legal Vocational
Refentse Sebata Attorneys
06.2022 - 12.2024
Higher Certificate in Legal Studies - Law
IIE Varsity College
BCOM Law - Law
University of South Africa