Country Research Executive

WatersEdge Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg seeks a Country Research Executive to ensure regulatory compliance and provide clear policy briefs for internal stakeholders. This role requires strong analytical skills and experience in interpreting legal mandates across various jurisdictions. The successful candidate will collaborate with teams to maintain up-to-date compliance practices and support strategic initiatives within the business.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in legal research, policy analysis, or regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to analyse legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal and policy research for various country mandates.
• Interpret and simplify complex legislation into business and technical summaries.
• Liaise with external legal counsel and monitor legislative changes.

Skills

Legal Research

Policy Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Public Policy or International Relations

Job description

Role Overview As the Country Research Executive, you will be responsible for interpreting legal mandates across multiple jurisdictions and providing clear, practical briefs for internal stakeholders including product, sales, and client teams.

You will play a critical role in ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting strategic updates across the business.

Key Responsibilities Conduct legal and policy research for various country mandates Interpret and simplify complex legislation into business and technical summaries Collaborate with internal product, IP, and technical teams on compliance requirements Support training and documentation for cross-functional teams Maintain accurate records of legal requirements and updates Liaise with external legal counsel when needed Monitor legislative changes and ensure up-to-date compliance practices Required Skills and Experience 3–5 years of experience in legal research, policy analysis, or regulatory compliance Bachelor's degree in Law, Public Policy, or International Relations (or equivalent) Proven ability to analyse legislation and regulatory frameworks Excellent written communication and analytical skills Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex documentation If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider you application unsuccessful

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Country Research Executive • Johannesburg, Gauteng