Legal Advisor (Works closely with the Due Diligence team)

Hello Group; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the remittance sector is seeking a Legal Advisor with a focus on drafting and reviewing contracts. The ideal candidate will possess an LLB, be an admitted attorney, and have a proven track record of at least 3 years in legal advisory roles. Key responsibilities will include managing legal contract risks, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting the onboarding of third-party service providers. This position offers a challenging environment where your legal expertise will play a critical role in business operations.

Qualifications

• Admitted as an Attorney / Advocate / Legal Practitioner.
• 3 years of post-admission experience in a legal advisory role.
• Experience in Fintech or Financial Services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review international remittance and money transfer agreements.
• Advise on legal risks and compliance obligations.
• Assist with AML / CFT due diligence processes.

Skills

Communication

Research ability

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Integrity

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Job description

Job title : Legal Advisor (Works closely with the Due Diligence team)

Job Location : Gauteng, Centurion Deadline : August 28, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Job Summary :

• You are an Admitted Attorney / Advocate / Legal Practitioner with a passion for drafting and reviewing local and international contracts. You are well organised with an eye for detail. You are able to manage your own workload and prioritise your tasks. You work well under pressure and can work well independently and within a team.

Junior In-house Legal Counsel / Junior Legal Advisor

• Draft and review International Remittance / Money Transfer Agreements;
• Highlight the legal risks, and present mitigating factors concerning the identified risk(s) to relevant business units;
• Assist with the AML / CFT due diligence process;
• Assist with the onboarding of third-party service providers globally;
• Attend to all ad hoc legal matters affecting the remittance business and other business within the group;
• Draft legal letters for the group and draft ad hoc legal agreements (nationally and internationally);
• Assist in drafting and reviewing group policy documents;
• Draft, and review, various commercial legal agreements applicable to the group;
• Advise the group on general legal matters and stay up to date with legal / regulatory changes that have an impact on your business unit;
• Review and develop the group’s current legal processes;
• Meet predetermined targets and timelines as set by the Head of the Department in respect of the above from time to time;
• Refer matters to an external legal counsel should it be required and approved by the Legal Manager;
• Draft legal opinions; and Contract negotiations with third parties.

Regulatory Compliance

• Advise on the influence of legislation applicable to the different group divisions and their clients but with a primary focus on the remittance business;
• Provide oral and written legal opinion reports on research conducted as well as on various aspects of foreign and domestic law;
• Interpret contracts, legislation, and regulations;
• Compile regulatory compliance processes to assist the group in complying with regulatory obligations;
• Ad hoc regulatory compliance duties; and
• Meet predetermined targets and timelines as set by the Legal Manager in respect of the above from time to time.

General Legal Advisor Responsibilities - Legal Services

• Provide legal assistance under the umbrella of shared services to the group;
• Liaise with various divisions of the group as well as with external stakeholders regarding all legal matters; and
• Meet predetermined targets and timelines as set by the Head of the Department in respect of the above from time to time.

Legal and Compliance Administration

• Maintain legal agreement templates, including, but not limited to; non-disclosure agreements, Remittances / Money Transfer Agreements and other agreements;
• Ensure that the group is equipped with all the necessary resources and tools to fulfil all legal and compliance tasks; and
• Meet predetermined targets and timelines as set by the Head of the Department in respect of the above from time to time

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND :

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognised university;
• Admitted as an Attorney / Advocate / Legal Practitioner (South Africa);
• Minimum of 3 years of post-admission experience in a legal advisory role;
• Extensive experience in drafting and reviewing a variety of contracts is essential to this position. Role has a large focus on agreements in foreign jurisdictions;
• Knowledge of local and international AML / CFT / KYC and FATF, preferable but not essential;
• Experience in Fintech, Financial Services or Remittance industry, preferable but not essential.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
• Good research ability;
• Good Organisational and Time Management Skills;
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills;
• Detail-oriented;
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to change;
• High level of integrity and professionalism.