Group Legal Manager (CGISA - Charted Secretatary or a Charted Governance Professional) - Medica[...]

Isilumko Staffing; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company is seeking a Group Manager for Legal Services in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will provide strategic legal counsel across subsidiaries, manage compliance with healthcare regulations, and oversee legal matters. A minimum of 10 years’ experience in a legal role, along with an LLB degree and strong negotiation skills, is required. This role offers an opportunity to influence legal strategies within the organization.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in legal, risk, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal counsel across all company subsidiaries.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts.
• Advise on legal matters including employment law.

Skills

Exceptional legal drafting

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Education

LLB degree

MBA or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Position: Group Manager – Legal Services

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal counsel across all company subsidiaries to mitigate risk and enhance operational effectiveness.
• Develop and implement legal compliance strategies aligned with healthcare regulations and corporate governance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts including MOU's, SLA's, lease and property agreements, consultancy and IT contracts.
• Lead legal due diligence for business transactions and manage disputes with third parties.
• Advise EXCO and internal departments (HR, Finance, Procurement, IT, Health & Safety) on legal matters including employment law, POPIA, and medical risk.
• Represent in litigation and arbitration, preparing legal briefs and instructions for counsel.
• Monitor and interpret national legislation affecting healthcare and corporate operations.
• Ensure contract governance, maintain legal document registers, and support audit readiness.
• Oversee tender submissions, RFP drafting, and vendor compliance.
• Champion POPIA compliance and intellectual property protection.
• Manage legal budgets, procurement, and team performance.

Qualifications & Experience

• LLB degree (essential); MBA or equivalent (advantageous – NQF Level 9+)
• Admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa
• CGISA registration as Chartered Secretary or Governance Professional (advantageous)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in legal, risk, and compliance - Medical / Healthcare
• Proven track record in drafting legal opinions and leading legal teams (5+ years at management level)
• Expertise in Medical Law, National Health Act, Contract Law, Labour Law, POPIA, and procurement processes

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional legal drafting and negotiation skills
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Strategic mindset with commercial acumen
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and assertiveness
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and adapt to change