Head Of Legal

The Unlimited; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is seeking a Head of Legal in Durban. This role requires extensive experience in regulatory frameworks, contract negotiation, and legal risk management. Candidates should have an LLB degree, at least 10 years of experience in the legal field, and a proven ability to advise executive leadership. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative leader passionate about enabling business growth through solid legal guidance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years post-admission experience, including 5 years in insurance or financial services.
• 3-5 years in a senior legal role advising executive leadership.
• Strong track record in negotiating commercial contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead legal response to regulatory developments.
• Manage legal risk across the organization.
• Oversee contract negotiation and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Regulatory frameworks

Contract negotiation

Legal risk management

Stakeholder influence

Education

LLB degree and admission as an Attorney or Advocate

Job description

Overview

We’re on the hunt for a Head of Legal. Are you passionate about enabling business growth through sound legal frameworks, proactive risk management, and regulatory insight? Do you thrive in a collaborative team? If so, we’re eager to learn more about you!

Responsibilities

As Head of Legal, you will lead the legal response to regulatory developments, embed legal input into business planning and product design, and manage legal risk across the organisation. You will oversee contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and external legal relationships, ensuring legal advice is practical, commercially viable, and aligned with business goals. You will bring deep expertise in regulatory frameworks, leadership in legal risk management, experience with complex commercial contracts, and the ability to influence stakeholders and translate legal requirements into business processes.

Qualifications

• An LLB degree and admission as an Attorney or Advocate
• At least 10 years’ post-admission experience, including 5 years in the insurance or financial services sector
• 3–5 years in a senior legal role, with experience advising executive leadership or board-level stakeholders
• A strong track record in negotiating commercial contracts and applying legislation such as FAIS, LTIA/STIA, POPIA, and FICA

We’d love to hear from you!