Legal Advisor

First Technology; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in South Africa is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Advisor. You will provide expert legal guidance on contract management, compliance, and policy development. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and a minimum of 4 years' corporate legal experience. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential. This role is crucial for protecting the organization's interests and ensuring compliance with legal standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in a corporate legal advisory role.
• Strong knowledge of contract law and compliance.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and prepare a range of contracts.
• Review and assess tender documents.
• Identify potential legal or commercial risks.
• Draft, update, and implement compliance policies.
• Provide timely legal guidance to management.

Skills

Contract law

Corporate governance

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Job description

Are you a detail-oriented Legal Advisor with a passion for contracts, compliance, and supporting strategic business decisions?

We're looking for a skilled and proactive Legal Advisor to join our team and provide expert legal guidance across contract management, tenders, compliance, and policy development.

This role plays a key part in protecting the organization's interests and ensuring we operate with integrity and within the law.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and prepare a range of contracts including commercial agreements, service agreements, and vendor contracts.
• Conduct thorough vetting to ensure all contracts meet legal and commercial standards and align with organizational goals.
• Negotiate contract terms with internal and external stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes while minimizing risk.
• Communicate effectively with relevant teams and partners to ensure smooth contract execution.

Tenders

• Review and assess tender documents to ensure compliance with legal and procedural requirements.
• Assist in preparing and compiling tender submissions, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Risk & Compliance

• Identify and assess potential legal or commercial risks in contracts, tenders, and business activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Policy Development

• Draft, update, and implement policies to support compliance, governance, and risk management across the business.

Business Partnership

• Apply strong commercial understanding to align legal strategies with business objectives.
• Develop a working knowledge of the organization's operations and industry to deliver practical and informed legal advice.

General Legal Support

• Provide clear, practical, and timely legal guidance to management and business units.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of contracts, tenders, and compliance activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external legal advisors to achieve organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Admission as an Attorney or Advocate.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in a corporate legal advisory role, with exposure to contracts and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail, with the ability to balance legal risk and commercial priorities.