Legal Advisor II

FirstRand group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Procurement Legal Advisor II to provide legal solutions and support strategic procurement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have an LLB or LLM, with at least 5 years of experience in a legal environment, focusing on drafting and negotiating procurement contracts. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who thrive in collaborative and innovative environments.

Benefits

Opportunities to network and collaborate

Challenging work

Opportunities to innovate

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar legal environment.
• At least 1–2 years at a junior specialist level.
• Experience with commercial and IT-related agreements required.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and manage procurement contracts.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and legal frameworks.
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes impacting procurement operations.

Skills

Drafting and negotiation skills

Stakeholder relationship management

Customer-centric approach

Attention to detail

Education

LLB or LLM degree

Job description

Description

To provide legal solutions to legal and business challenges within a business area, mitigate legal risks, and partner with the business on the implementation of policies to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to business processes.

To consult with internal clients to understand business requirements and provide sound legal advice regarding the drafting, vetting, review, dissemination, and negotiation of legal documentation and processes, offering clear legal guidance based on sound judgment.

Hello Future Procurement Legal Advisor II

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of the people who make it happen.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Procurement Legal Advisor to join our team at FNB. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to strategic procurement initiatives within a collaborative and innovative legal environment.

Are you someone who can :

• Draft, review, and manage procurement contracts from inception to implementation.
• Establish and maintain effective stakeholder relationships to support integrated legal solutions.
• Apply a customer-centric approach to internal client engagements.
• Develop tactical strategies aligned with functional objectives in collaboration with leadership.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and legal frameworks.
• Provide proactive legal advice based on current legislation and industry best practices.
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes and assess their impact on procurement operations.

You will be an ideal candidate if you :

• Hold an LLB or LLM degree.
• Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar legal environment, with at least 1–2 years at a junior specialist level.
• Possess strong drafting and negotiation skills, particularly in commercial and IT-related agreements (e.g., software, cloud, SaaS; PaaS, etc.).
• Have exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

You will have access to :

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Challenging work.
• Opportunities to innovate.

We can be a match if you are :

• Curious & courageous — driven by a desire to learn more and brave enough to take risks.
• Obsessed with mastery — committed to becoming highly skilled and constantly improving.

Are you interested in taking the next step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!

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Job Details

Please note that applications will not be accepted after the date below. Kindly submit your application before the closing date indicated.

12 / 08 / 25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. Candidates may voluntarily disclose their disability information. This information will be kept confidential unless required by law to disclose it to other parties.