Regulations Officer Intern

In brief

**Overview** This is an intern position for a Regulations Officer at the Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA). The role is designed to provide comprehensive support to the Regulations Unit, focusing on legal compliance, enforcement, and litigation within the framework of the Social Housing Act No. 16 of 2008. The intern will assist in various legal and administrative tasks to ensure the regulatory mandates of SHRA are met. **What you will do** As a Regulations Officer Intern, you will primarily assist with the following activities: * **Enforcement Legal Support:** Aid in the regulation, enforcement, and monitoring of activities as mandated by the Social Housing Act. Provide legal advice on SHRA regulatory compliance and enforcement, including presenting findings and legal recommendations. Offer legal support in enforcement engagements by managing assigned cases, making recommendations, and compiling recourse documentation. Contribute to the review and update of legal approaches and enforcement tools. Conduct inspections and investigations related to contraventions of the Social Housing Act. * **Litigation:** Assist SHRA in litigation processes by investigating and gathering evidence, providing opinions, and obtaining expert legal input to achieve optimal outcomes. Help prepare case material for litigation in collaboration with legal representatives. Support sourced Legal Representatives in litigation matters to ensure the best outcomes and protect SHRA's interests. Assist in reporting on litigation matters by tracking progress and providing updates within deadlines. * **Legal Drafting:** Aid in drafting, compiling, and/or reviewing legal documentation, including contracts, for the SHRA CAR Department. Assist in drafting administrative enforcement documents such as Notices in terms of the Social Housing Act, letters, and other correspondence related to the SHRA CAR Department. * **Contract Management:** Conduct initial reviews of contracts from internal and external parties, evaluating them, adding notes and comments, and submitting for final review within specified timeframes. Coordinate the distribution and delivery of approved and amended contracts. Track the delivery of contracted deliverables, standards, and budgetary allocations. * **Represent SHRA:** Assist the Regulations Unit in identifying and analyzing representation requests. Conduct research to ensure all relevant aspects are considered for representation. Represent the SHRA at appropriate forums. Compile and distribute reports on representation outcomes to inform relevant stakeholders. Attend or respond to complaints received by SHRA regarding non-compliance with Social Housing legislation. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications/Knowledge Including Most Relevant Field Of Study:** * Grade 12 * Recognized Degree an NQF Level 8 qualification in the Legal Discipline (LLB, B Proc or BCom Law) * Valid drivers' license (an advantage, willingness to travel is required) * Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) * **Experience:** * Experience in a corporate legal environment (an advantage) * Regulatory experience (an advantage) * **Competencies And Attributes:** * Legal drafting * Legal reports * Legal research * Legislative Awareness and Expertise * Regulatory Enforcement * Risk Mitigation and Management * Analytical Thinking * Assertiveness * Communication – Verbal * Communication – Written * Professionalism * Attention to detail * Honesty and Integrity * Excellent team player * Able to work well under pressure * Able to influence desired outcomes **Who should apply** This role is ideal for individuals holding an NQF Level 8 legal qualification (LLB, B Proc, or BCom Law) who are looking to gain practical experience in regulatory compliance, legal enforcement, and litigation within a corporate legal or public sector environment. Candidates should possess strong legal research, drafting, and communication skills, be highly analytical, professional, and capable of working effectively under pressure and as part of a team. A willingness to travel and proficiency in MS Office are also important. Those with prior experience in a corporate legal or regulatory setting will have an advantage. **Deadline** Before 12 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/regulations-officer-intern-social-housing-regulatory-authority-1 Source: myjobmag

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