Legal Advisor (Contract)- Homechoice

Homechoice; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services provider is seeking an experienced admitted attorney passionate about corporate governance and consumer law. The role involves drafting contracts, providing legal advice, managing litigation, and collaborating with various business stakeholders to ensure compliance with legal standards. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of South African legislation and be detail-oriented in their approach to legal matters.

Qualifications

• Experience with contract drafting and corporate governance.
• Strong knowledge of consumer law and applicable legislation.
• Passion for working with business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review various types of contracts.
• Provide legal support and advice across multiple departments.
• Stay updated on relevant industry trends and regulations.

Skills

Contract drafting

Corporate governance

Consumer law

Detail-oriented

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Admitted attorney qualification

Job description

Homechoice is looking for an experienced admitted attorney with contract drafting, corporate governance, and consumer law experience, who is passionate about working with business stakeholders, detail-oriented, and able to see the bigger picture.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drafting, reviewing, and amending contracts such as service & supply agreements, settlement agreements, logistics & transport provider agreements, employment & independent contractor agreements, and operational agreements. This involves collaborating with stakeholders to understand goals, analyze agreements, and mitigate risks.
• Applying knowledge of applicable legislation including the National Credit Act, Consumer Protection Act, Protection of Personal Information Act, Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act, Financial Intelligence Centre Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act, and Labour Relations Act.
• Advising on and drafting business policies related to conduct, ethics, employment, and standard operating procedures.
• Providing legal support and advice to departments such as procurement, supply chain, merchandise, HR, IT, marketing, and operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Staying updated on industry trends, regulatory updates, and legal developments relevant to credit, insurance, retail, and operations in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho, and Eswatini.
• Preparing legal opinions and memorandums, and presenting these to key stakeholders.
• Drafting and managing legal correspondence, including letters of demand and responses to regulatory bodies.
• Managing litigation portfolios within budget constraints.
• Overseeing intellectual property portfolios, ensuring timely renewals of trademarks and patents, and registering new IP rights.
• Maintaining a contract register to monitor contract expiry dates in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Participating in ad hoc projects related to regulatory changes and business needs.