Cognia Lawyer: Project Based

Cape Town (Hybrid/Remote) · Contract / project-based · Newly admitted / mid-level (1–5 PQE) · Remote eligible

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Checked and dated21 August 2026

About this role

Cognia recruits newly qualified attorneys for project-based work delivered to global investment banks, law firms, and corporates on a rolling basis. Includes contract review, NDA negotiation, due diligence, and legal operations support. Re-checked 18 August 2026: Cognia's general jobs board still shows no current openings ("Sorry, no job openings at the moment"). The board itself invites candidates to email a CV to cognia-law@jobs.workablemail.com to be considered when a project opens, so this is a genuine watchlist employer, not a live vacancy right now.

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Why your LLB fits

Ideal for admitted attorneys wanting out-of-practice experience. Cognia's model: legal expertise + technology + process. Your LLB + admission is the core qualification.

Show you can do it

Draft a contract review memo summarising the top 5 risks in a standard mutual NDA, with a recommended position on each.

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