Legal and Compliance Officer

Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd T / A MPC Recruitment Group EC; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the Building and Construction sector is seeking a Legal and Compliance Officer to ensure full compliance with legal and ethical standards. This pivotal role involves providing legal guidance, developing compliance programs, and managing risk mitigation strategies. The officer will collaborate with internal teams and represent the company in dealings with regulatory bodies. If you have a strong legal background and a passion for compliance, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a legal and compliance role, preferably in a corporate environment.
• In-depth knowledge of laws, regulations, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor compliance programs and policies.
• Provide legal advice on contract law, employment law, and regulatory matters.
• Manage legal disputes and oversee resolution processes.

Skills

Legal Compliance

Contract Law

Regulatory Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law

5+ years in legal and compliance role

Job description

Our client in the Building and Construction Industry is seeking Legal and Compliance Officer who will be responsible for ensuring that the organization operates in full compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. This role involves providing legal guidance, overseeing compliance programs, and mitigating legal risks to protect the organization’s interests. The officer will collaborate with internal teams, monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations, and manage risk mitigation strategies to maintain legal and regulatory compliance across all functions of the business.

Job type : On-site

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor compliance programs and policies
• Oversee compliance audits and ensure corrective actions are taken in response to findings
• Conduct training sessions for staff
• Ensure the company’s practices align with industry standards and best practices for compliance
• Provide legal advice and support to senior management, business units, and departments on a wide range of legal matters, including contract law, intellectual property, employment law, and regulatory matters
• Review and draft contracts, agreements, and other legal documents
• Identify legal and regulatory risks and develop strategies to mitigate those risks.
• Monitor and analyse changes in laws
• Advise on the legal implications of strategic business decisions, including mergers, acquisitions, and expansions.
• Act as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies, government agencies, and industry associations.
• Ensure timely and accurate submissions of reports, filings, and other regulatory requirements.
• Represent the company in dealings with regulators and manage responses to investigations or enforcement actions.
• Manage legal disputes and oversee the resolution process, including negotiations and litigation.
• Work with external legal counsel when necessary, ensuring that the company’s interests are effectively represented in court or arbitration proceedings
• Assist in the development, enforcement and compliance of corporate governance laws and policies.
• Assisting Human Resources with respective Industrial Relation matters (Advisory, representative role)
• BEE Shareholding
• 5 years + experience in a legal and compliance role preferably in a corporate environment.
• In depth knowledge of laws, regulations and standards
• Strong legal analytical skills

Should you meet the above criteria, we invite you to apply directly to the advertisement. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks of application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful