Legal Advisor

Alinta Tech Solutions; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech solutions company in South Africa is seeking a Legal Advisor to oversee the legal function and ensure compliance. The role involves managing contracts, disputes, and providing legal advice, requiring an LLB degree and 3–5 years of experience. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving, drafting skills, and attention to detail. A competitive salary is offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience within the legal sector.
• Comprehensive understanding of applicable Acts and Regulations.
• Solid knowledge of commercial law and litigation.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and renew contracts and legal correspondence.
• Manage all disputes, settlement claims, and litigation.
• Conduct annual organisational risk assessments.
• Perform legal administration and process legal-related invoices.
• Prepare and submit regular reports.

Skills

Exceptional attention to detail

Excellent command of written and spoken English

Strong computer literacy

Proactive and solution-driven attitude

Strong time management

Strong drafting and vetting skills for legal documentation

Education

LLB Degree

Job description

Introduction

We are looking for a Legal Advisor that must possess experience in corporate, commercial, or regulatory law, gained as in-house counsel, within a law firm, or through a combination of both.

The incumbent will be responsible for the daily operations of the legal function and ensuring organisational compliance.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Contract Management: Draft, review, and renew contracts and legal correspondence. Maintain and manage original contracts. Register and record all contracts. Utilise and maintain the Legal Management System.
2. Disputes and Liability Management: Manage all disputes, settlement claims, and litigation, and attend court hearings. Conduct contingent liability evaluations and reporting. Oversee all disputes and litigation matters to protect the interest of the client. Assess and report on contingent liabilities to support financial planning and budgeting. Attend CCMA proceedings.
3. Compliance: Conduct annual organisational risk assessments. Facilitate quarterly compliance meetings with leadership.
4. Administration: Perform legal administration and process legal‑related invoices. Provide general legal advice and attend to legal queries. Draft competition terms and conditions. Maintain accurate records and filing systems. Manage and liaise with external legal counsel.
5. Reporting and Training: Prepare and submit regular reports. Facilitate Jeong Do compliance training for all employees. Provide legal and legislative training to staff when required. Oversee the full compliance function of the organisation.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Minimum of an LLB Degree. 3–5 years' experience within the legal sector. Comprehensive understanding of applicable Acts and Regulations. Solid knowledge of commercial law and litigation. Experience in logistics and labour law will be advantageous.

Required Skills

Exceptional attention to detail. Excellent command of written and spoken English. Strong computer literacy. Proactive, enthusiastic, and solution‑driven attitude. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Strong time management and administrative capability. Ability to provide regular advice and reports to senior management. Results‑oriented with a strong sense of accountability. Strong drafting and vetting skills for legal documentation. High accuracy in preparing legal records and contracts. Ability to provide clear, concise legal advice relevant to business operations. Sound legal judgement, problem‑solving, and decision‑making ability. Dynamic thinker with strong ethical standards. Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, honesty, and integrity at all times.

Package & Remuneration

Salary is market‑related.

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