Legal Advisor

Execustaff; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A legal consultancy firm is looking for a Legal Advisor in Midrand, South Africa. The ideal candidate will manage contracts, disputes, and compliance while providing legal advice. They should possess an LLB degree and 3-5 years of experience in the legal industry. This role requires strong communication and administrative skills, along with an ability to work effectively under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in legal industry.
• Overall understanding of all Acts and Regulations.
• Solid understanding and knowledge of commercial law and litigation.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage contracts and legal letters.
• Handle disputes and liability claims.
• Conduct compliance meetings and risk assessments.
• Process legal administration and inquiries.
• Provide regular reports and legal training.

Skills

Attention to detail

High command of the English language both written and verbal

Computer Literacy

Proactive and enthusiastic attitude

Must be result oriented and solution driven

Ability to work in high pressure environment

Good time management and strong sense of responsibility

Strong administrative skills

Education

Minimum LLB Degree

Job description

The Legal Advisor has experience practicing corporate, commercial or regulatory law as in-house counsel, in a law firm or a combination of both. The Legal Advisor is also

responsible for the day to day operation of the function and to ensure compliance of the organization.

Key responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to :

Contract Management

• Drafting contracts, reviewing contracts, renewal of contracts and legal letters
• Management of original contracts
• Registration of contracts
• Utilization of the Legal Management System

Disputes and Liability Management

• Manage all disputes, settlement claims and lawsuits and attend all court hearings
• Management of contingent liability evaluation and reporting
• Manage all disputes and litigation matters to ensure company interest
• Assess all contingent liability and report on these to enable financial considerations when budgeting
• CCMA attendance

Compliance

• Conduct annual risk assessment for the organization
• Conduct quarterly compliance meetings with leaders

Administration

• Legal administration and processing of invoices
• General legal queries and advice
• Drafting terms and conditions for competitions
• Keeping accurate records and filing
• Manage external legal counsel

Reporting

• Regular reporting
• Training for all employees
• Legal training on legislation for all staff as and when required
• Full compliance function

Qualifications and Experience :

• Minimum LLB Degree
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in legal industry
• Overall understanding of all Acts and Regulations
• Solid understanding and knowledge of commercial law and litigation
• Experience in logistics and labour law would be advantageous

Required Skills :

• Attention to detail
• High command of the English language both written and verbal
• Computer Literacy
• Proactive and enthusiastic attitude
• Must be result oriented and solution driven
• Ability to work in high pressure environment
• Good time management and strong sense of responsibility
• Strong administrative skills
• Regular advice and reports to high level management

Competencies required :

• Legal drafting and vetting skills.
• Accuracy in preparing legal documentation.
• Ability to advise on legal issues related to the company business
• Ability to convey legal opinion clearly and accurately
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to think dynamically
• Maturity and ability to understand and comply with a high level of ethics and confidentiality
• Integrity, honesty and ethical conduct at all times