Legal Advisor

Discovery Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is seeking a Legal Advisor to provide legal support across various business units. The role involves drafting contracts, resolving disputes, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in law, particularly in financial services, and possess excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Financial Services.
• At least 5 years' experience in Contract drafting.
• At least 5 years' experience in Complaint resolution.

Responsibilities

• Draft various legal documents and contracts.
• Act as liaison with external legal panel.
• Ensure compliance with legislation to minimize risk.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to learn quickly

Education

LLB or BCOM Law

Job description

Discovery Sales and Distribution - Legal Advisor
Location: Sandton

About Discovery:

Discovery's core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives.

We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery.

Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best.

As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Job Purpose:

To draft and review various contracts and other legal documents, attend to and resolve complaints and disputes.

The role provides general legal support to various business units.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Act as the liaison and provide the relevant level of instruction to the external legal panel comprising attorneys and advocates.
2. Draft various legal documents and contracts.
3. Develop strategic and operational plans to minimize risk for the business.
4. Ensure all documents and processes comply with legislation such as POPIA, FAIS, FICA, NCA, Long Term Insurance Act, etc., to avoid statutory and regulatory consequences.

Education, Knowledge, and Experience:

• LLB or BCOM Law
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Financial Services
• At least 5 years' experience in Contract drafting
• At least 5 years' experience in Complaint resolution
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to learn quickly