Chief Advisor Prof Legal P17

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd in Johannesburg is seeking a Chief Advisor Prof Legal to provide strategic legal guidance at a senior level within the Legal, Regulatory and Compliance department. The role is permanent and based at Megawatt Park, Johannesburg.

The ideal candidate will offer extensive experience in legal strategy, risk minimisation, and leadership of a legal team, with a strong track record in dispute resolution and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• LLB/B Proc at NQF8 with 480 credits and Admitted Attorney / Advocate.
• 7 years Post admission experience in legal and strategic business environment.
• Professional Registration Body: Legal Practice Council (LPC)

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, general and more complex and/or specialised legal advice.
• Manage dispute resolution.
• Provide negotiation assistance.
• Advise on the implementation of legislation and case law.
• Manage external attorneys.

Skills

Professionalism

Honesty

Integrity

Trustworthiness

Team player

Mentor

Ownership

Strategy execution

Relevant legal principles

Eskom policies

Legal knowledge

Research

Analytical

Strategic analysis

Business acumen

Commercial know-how

Negotiation

Interpersonal relations

Communication

Computer literate

Work under pressure

Work independently

Education

LLB/B Proc (NQF8) with 480 credits

Admitted Attorney / Advocate

7 years post-admission experience

Professional Registration with LPC

Job description

Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply

Job category: Legal

Location: Johannesburg Metropolitan

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Position: Chief Advisor Prof LegalTask Grade: P17Area of specialization: To provide strategic legal advice and services, applying theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise, developing and operationalising this knowledge and expertise to advise and assist business in achieving optimal results and minimise risk.Department: Legal, Regulatory and ComplianceBusiness Unit: Office of the Chief ExecutiveLocation: Megawatt Park (Sunninghill)

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Provide strategic, general and more complex and/or specialised legal advice.
• 2. Manage dispute resolution.
• 3. Provide negotiation assistance.
• 4. Advise on the implementation of legislation and case law.
• 5. Manage external attorneys.

Skills and Competencies Required

1) Behavioural:

• Professionalism
• Honesty
• Integrity
• Trustworthiness

2) Leadership:

• Team player
• Mentor and provide guidance to senior legal advisors
• Take ownership and accountability for responsibilities
• Drive the implementation of strategy effectively

3) Knowledge:

• Relevant and applicable legal principles
• Eskom policies, processes and procedures
• Relevant legal knowledge and training

4) Skills:

• Research
• Analytical
• Strategic analysis and assessment
• Business acumen
• Commercial Know-how
• Negotiation
• Interpersonal relations
• Communication
• Computer literate
• Work under pressure
• Work independently and in a cross -functional team

“If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.”

“NTCSA is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of NTCSA and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups. NTCSA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.”

NTCSA is committed to providing a smoke-free environment for its employees and visitors at the workplace.

LLB/B Proc at NQF8 with 480 credits and Admitted Attorney / Advocate

7 years Post admission experience in legal and strategic business environment

Professional Registration Body: Legal Practice Council (LPC)

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