Legal Advisor City Of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality

Southern African Music Right Organisation; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal services organization in Johannesburg is seeking a qualified legal professional to provide legal services and support. The ideal candidate will have an LLB degree, with at least 5 years of relevant experience, including 2 years in a supervisory role. You will supervise copyright infringement and dispute resolution while managing contract negotiations. Strong skills in stakeholder management, effective communication, and problem-solving are essential for this role. This position offers competitive opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in legal services.
• At least 2 years of post-articles litigation and commercial experience.
• 1 year of compliance/risk management experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal services and support to the company.
• Supervise copyright infringement and dispute resolution.
• Manage contract negotiation, drafting, and vetting.

Skills

Ability to manage stakeholders

Excellent computer skills

Good written and verbal communication

Problem-solving ability

Analytical thinking ability

Education

LLB degree

Job description

IntroductionThe above vacancy exists within the Legal Services department and reports to the Senior Legal Advisor.

The purpose of this role is to provide legal services and support to the company, as well as play a support role to the Legal Services General Manager.

The ideal candidate will be someone who has successfully completed an LLB degree, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience as well as a minimum of 2 years of post-articles experience.Key performance areas : Supervise Copyright Infringement, dispute Resolution and general litigation.Contract negotiation, drafting and vetting and management.Collections (Debtors Book and Tenants).

A minimum of 5 years' relevant experience, of which at least 2 years should have been in a senior or supervisory role.2 years post articles litigation and commercial experience in a law firm and general contract work.1 year compliance / risk management experience would be advantageous.Ability to manage stakeholders (attorneys, legal consultants, service providers etc.).

Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.Ability to oversee and manage legal projects.Excellent computer skills (including word processing and spreadsheet packages).

Good written and verbal communication skills.Understanding of copyright law is preferable.Experience with employment law matters is preferable.Core Competencies : Accuracy.Integrity.Self-confidence.Resilience.Problem-solving ability.Goal-setting ability.Professional knowledge.Action orientation.Time-Management.Analytical thinking ability.

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