Legal Advisor: Client Agreements - Pietermaritzburg (Re-advertise)

Landbank . S.A.; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa is seeking a Legal Advisor to provide legal advice, manage risks, and ensure compliance across its regional offices. The role involves drafting contracts and supporting the bank's mission to serve the agricultural sector effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing legal advice and managing legal risks.
• Ability to draft and review legal documents.
• Strong understanding of compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and opinions to regional offices.
• Manage external legal resources and ensure compliance.
• Draft and review client agreements and contracts.

Skills

Legal Compliance

Risk Management

Contract Drafting

Education

LLB Degree

Job description

The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) is South Africa’s only specialist agricultural bank, established in 1912. The bank’s primary objective is to serve South African commercial and emerging farmers by providing tailored financial services. These services enable farmers to finance land, equipment, improve assets, and obtain production credit. The Land Bank continually reviews and adapts its offerings to meet the evolving needs of the agriculture industry.

As the sector changes, including increased participation from historically disadvantaged backgrounds, the Land Bank offers financial products that support the establishment of sustainable agri-businesses across the value chain. The bank acts as a vital financial lifeline, promoting personal and commercial viability in a sector crucial to South Africa's sustainability.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To provide legal advice, opinions, and solutions, while managing legal risks in line with the Regionalisation model for business units and branches. The Legal Advisor will support regional offices to ensure legal compliance, manage external legal resources, and draft and review client agreements, contracts, and other legal documents. Additionally, the role involves reviewing and confirming conditions precedent to ensure compliance and obtaining sign-off.