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

Isilumko Staffing (Jhb); Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Johannesburg is looking for a Group Manager – Legal Services to provide strategic legal counsel across subsidiaries and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate must have a legal background, significant management experience, and expertise in drafting contracts. This role involves managing legal teams and advising executives on complex legal matters.

Qualifications

• 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).
• Admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal counsel across all company subsidiaries.
• Develop and implement legal compliance strategies.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Legal drafting

Analytical thinking

Strategic mindset

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Negotiation skills

Education

LLB degree

MBA or equivalent (advantageous)

Job description

Position

Group Manager – Legal Services

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Overview

Join a leader in pathology and healthcare innovation. Seeking a seasoned legal professional to lead our client Legal Services division and support the executive team in navigating the complex regulatory landscape of the healthcare industry.

Key Performance Areas

• 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.