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National Financial Ombud invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Legal Internship vacancies. The closing date for applications is 12 December 2025.
What We Are Looking For
The National Financial Ombud (NFO) is hiring Legal Interns for 2026. If you have finished your LLB and want real‑world experience in financial law, justice, and protecting consumers, this internship is perfect for you.
- Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Length: Fixed‑term internship
- Focus: Alternative dispute resolution (ADR), financial consumer protection, and case adjudication
Why Join Us?
Hands‑on Learning
- Work inside our Adjudication Department.
- Get real experience with resolving disputes and writing recommendations.
- Meet experienced professionals who will guide you.
Build Your Skills
- Learn how companies stay compliant.
- Practice making fair, evidence‑based decisions.
- Discover how to communicate clearly with people who have real issues.
Make an Impact
- Help protect everyday consumers from unfair financial practices.
- Contribute ideas that make our services faster and more caring.
What We Need From You
Experience
- No prior work experience is necessary.
- We want people who show strong potential and a real interest in financial law.
Job Purpose
- Join a team that creates justice and fairness for consumers.
- Use your legal knowledge to help people feel heard and help companies correct mistakes.
Key Things You’ll Do
- Maintain Ethics: Assist with corporate governance and risk compliance.
- Help with Cases: Keep records, draft documents, and support case management.
- Research & Draft: Take part in reviewing disputes, research legal points, and make draft recommendations.
- Communicate: Keep complainants and partners informed in a timely and understanding way.
- Teamwork: Work with other departments to solve cases quickly and improve the process.
How to Apply
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Prepare Your Documents
- Update your CV.
- Include a short cover letter that tells us why you want this internship.
- Attach any relevant certificates or references.
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Send Your Application
- Email everything to careers@nfosa.co.za.
- Add the reference label: Legal Intern 2026 in the subject line.
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Deadline
- All applications must arrive by 12 December 2025.
More About the National Financial Ombud
The National Financial Ombud works to keep financial services fair and transparent. Our team protects consumers, reviews complaints, and helps find fair solutions. By joining us, you’ll get a front‑row seat to how laws keep markets honest.
Want to Learn More?
- Visit our website for more details on the internship program and other opportunities.
- Follow us on social media for updates and insider tips on financial law careers.
Apply today and start your journey in a career that blends law, fairness, and real‑world impact.