Legal Officer - Compliance Focus

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Career advancement

Annual leave

Sick leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Legal Officer in Rustenburg, North West, to manage on-ground legal and compliance matters within a mining services context. The role requires Admitted Attorney or Advocate status or a candidate attorney with at least 3 years of experience.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, review contracts, and support regulatory filings, with a focus on SA mining regulations. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working both independently and

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney or Advocate, or candidate attorney with ≥3 years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of South African corporate law and mining regulatory requirements.
• Excellent contract review and drafting abilities.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure compliance with mining, environmental, and corporate regulations.
• Review, draft, and manage contracts, agreements, and leases.
• Support litigation and dispute resolution processes.
• Conduct legal research and provide timely advice on operational matters.
• Maintain accurate legal documentation and compliance records.
• Assist with regulatory filings and reporting obligations.
• Deliver compliance training to staff.
• Liaise with government authorities and regulators.
• Support due diligence for new projects and acquisitions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by General Counsel or Senior Legal Advisor.

Skills

Legal research

Contract law

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Relocation willingness

Education

Admitted Attorney or Advocate

Candidate attorney (≥3 years)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal research tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent mining services company operating in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking a dedicated Legal Officer with a strong focus on compliance. This is an on-site position, requiring the candidate to be present at the company's offices to effectively manage on-ground legal and compliance matters. The Legal Officer will be responsible for ensuring adherence to all relevant mining, environmental, and corporate regulations, assisting in contract administration, and supporting the legal department with daily operations. We are looking for an individual with a solid understanding of South African legal frameworks, particularly those pertaining to the mining sector. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and possess excellent organizational skills. This role offers a significant opportunity to contribute to a vital industry player and gain valuable experience in a specialized area of legal practice within the North West region. We are committed to providing a safe and productive working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and permit requirements within the mining sector.
• Assist in the review, drafting, and management of contracts, agreements, and leases.
• Support the legal department in managing litigation and dispute resolution processes.
• Conduct legal research and provide timely legal advice on various operational matters.
• Maintain accurate legal documentation and compliance records.
• Assist with regulatory filings and reporting obligations.
• Develop and deliver compliance training to relevant staff.
• Liaise with government authorities and regulatory bodies as required.
• Support due diligence processes for new projects and acquisitions.
• Perform other legal duties as assigned by the General Counsel or Senior Legal Advisor.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney or Advocate, or a candidate attorney with at least 3 years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of South African corporate law and regulatory compliance, with specific experience or interest in the mining industry being a significant advantage.
• Excellent understanding of contract law and the ability to review legal documents.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Rustenburg area.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to professional conduct.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary up to R .
• Opportunity to work within a leading company in the mining services sector.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Exposure to complex legal and compliance issues in a specialized industry.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A stable and supportive work environment.
• Generous annual leave and sick leave policies.
• Potential for career advancement within the company.
• Access to company facilities and resources.
• Regular performance reviews to support career growth.