Legal Advisor

One Day Only; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading daily deals hub in Cape Town seeks a Legal Advisor to provide commercial legal advice and drive compliance matters. You will draft contracts, manage regulatory requirements, and support a dynamic online business. The ideal candidate has an LLB and 2-3 years of post-admission experience. Attention to detail and excellent communication skills are essential. Join us to shape a growing e-commerce environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years post-admission experience at a well-established law firm or in a corporate legal department.
• Experience in corporate and commercial law, particularly in drafting and reviewing contracts.
• Knowledge of South African law.

Responsibilities

• Identify and drive legal, regulatory, and compliance matters.
• Draft and review commercial contracts.
• Provide advice and guidance to the business.
• Monitor new legal developments.
• Conduct legal research.

Skills

Proactive

Excellent communication skills

Excellent drafting skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

LLB, admitted attorney in South Africa

Job description

We are looking for a highly talented Legal Advisor to join us in Cape Town to support the business with general and commercial legal advice. You will be based at our Head Office in Woodstock.

About Us

Step into the wild world of OneDayOnly – South Africa's OG daily deals hub. We're the pioneers of cool discounts, hitting you for just one day because, well, why overcomplicate things? We've got the big names, top suppliers, and a dash of our secret sauce to make you feel like a BIG DEAL. Not to brag, but we have over a million potential savvy shoppers getting our daily dose every 24 hours.

We're not fussy – if the price is right and the quality checks out, we're selling it. That's what makes us the go-to for both the smart buyer and the eager seller. Toss in the urgency of our deals, and boom, success happens quicker than you can blink. So, jump in, where FOMO meets killer deals, and let's turn every day into a retail party!

About You

You’re not just any legal eagle, you’re a proactive, energetic self-starter who thrives in the fast-paced world of e-commerce. You’ve got an eye sharper than a Black Friday shopper spotting a deal, and you catch legal loopholes before they even think of existing. Detail-oriented is your middle name (well, not really, but you get the point), and you’re the type who reads the fine print just for fun. If you love turning complex legal jargon into clear, actionable advice and you’re excited to help shape a dynamic, growing online business- we want to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Taking initiative in identifying and driving the legal, regulatory and compliance matters of the ODO group
• Drafting, reviewing and assisting with the negotiation of various commercial contracts on behalf of the ODO group (e.g. supplier agreements, trading terms and day-to-day operational agreements)
• Providing advice and guidance to the business
• Updating and refining template documents and company policies
• Assisting with dispute resolution and general litigation matters
• Monitoring and advising on new legal and compliance developments affecting the ODO group
• Advising on applicable legislation, in particular the Consumer Protection Act, the Companies Act and the Customs and Excise Act
• Conducting legal research and providing legal advice to the ODO group as required
• Providing or facilitating training on legal and regulatory matters
• Assisting with company secretarial matters
• Building and maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders of the ODO group
• Assisting with the contract management system
• Supporting the board as required
• Liaising with external legal counsel (where necessary)

Experience and Qualifications

• LLB, admitted attorney in South Africa
• 2-3 years post-admission experience at a well-established law firm or in the in-house legal department of a large corporate organisation
• Experience in corporate and commercial law is essential (particularly in drafting and reviewing contracts).
• Experience in e-commerce would be advantageous

Knowledge & Attributes

• Proactive with the ability to work independently
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent drafting skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Team player
• Good working knowledge of South African law in general