Corporate Governance, Compliance and Legal Expert (6 Months contract)

Thusa Batho Labour Solutions; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm in South Africa seeks a Governance and Compliance Advisor. This role involves providing strategic governance advice, supporting recruitment processes, and enhancing compliance with regulatory standards. Applicants should have at least 7 years of experience in advising public sector Boards and possess a relevant qualification. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape governance frameworks in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 7 years’ experience advising public sector Boards/Councils on governance and regulatory matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on governance policies and frameworks.
• Review and enhance existing Terms of Reference for Councils.
• Guide recruitment and appointment processes for subcommittee members.

Skills

Governance advisory

Policy development

Regulatory compliance

Recruitment and selection

Education

Relevant qualification

Job description

Governance and Compliance Advisory

• Provide strategic advice and support on Council and subcommittee governance policies and frameworks.
• Review and enhance existing Council and subcommittee Terms of Reference (ToRs), ensuring alignment with the PFMA, King IV, Companies Act (where applicable), and related prescripts.
• Review and align client governance policies and compliance with corporate governance standards applicable to Schedule 3A entities.

b. Recruitment and Appointment Advisory

• Guide the client on the recruitment and appointment of independent members of Council subcommittees (e.g., Audit and Risk)
• Ensure transparent, legally compliant, and governance-aligned Council sub Committees related appointment processes.
• Advise on the appointment process for regulated positions, including legally mandated roles such as the CEO, CFO, and other executive roles subject to Council approval.

c. Policy Development and Support

• Recruitment and Selection of the subcommittee members of the Council e.g. Audit and Risk Committee
• Alignment with the Council Charter and relevant subcommittee Charters in line with prescribed legislation.
• Appointment Policy for the regulated positions e.g CEO and the CFO.
• Review and update the client Recruitment and Selection Policy to align with legal and governance requirements for regulated roles and due processes for appointments. The alignment should be with Schedule 3A entities.
• Recommend improvements to ensure fairness, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Draft necessary governance documentation or Council resolution templates and / or guidelines as required.

Requirements

7 years’ experience advising public sector Boards / Councils on governance and regulatory matters and a relevant qualification.