Legal Specialist

Sanlam Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Legal Advisor to join their dynamic team. This role involves reviewing and drafting legal documents, providing expert legal advice, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, integrity, and the ability to navigate complex legal landscapes. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact. Embrace the opportunity to contribute to a company that values excellence and innovation in financial services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-admission experience in legal advisory roles.
• Knowledge of legislation in the insurance industry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review and draft legal documentation and contracts.
• Provide sound legal advice to the business and update agreements.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Legal Interpretation

Planning Skills

Organizational Skills

Resilience

Education

LLB Degree

Admission as an Attorney

Job description

Job Description: Legal Advisor at MiWay

MiWay is a direct financial services company passionate about service excellence, convenience, and offering our clients superior value products. Our vision is to be a world-class direct financial services business that offers a comprehensive range of services managed online.

We value Energy, Freedom, Accountability, and Attitude, and seek candidates who are bold, positive, respectful, solution-oriented, and aligned with our core values.

Our purpose is to enable people to live their way, focusing on the meaningful aspects of life and leveraging technology and innovation inspired by human needs. We prioritize our clients' needs by providing products, services, and solutions that allow them to live and enjoy life on their own terms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reviewing and drafting legal documentation and contracts
• Reviewing marketing materials
• Providing sound legal advice to the business
• Updating and maintaining agreements
• System management and reporting to stakeholders
• Analyzing, reviewing, and interpreting legal documents

Minimum Requirements:

• LLB Degree
• Admission as an attorney
• Knowledge of legislation regulating the insurance industry and protection of personal information
• At least 2 years post-admission experience

Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Integrity, honesty, and ethical behavior
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Legal interpretation and application skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Resilience and reliability

Additional Qualities:

• Business insight and network building
• Ability to manage complexity and persuade

We are committed to building strong, lasting relationships with our employees and fostering a positive, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We offer opportunities for growth and development within our group.

Application deadline: 29 April

Join us and build a successful career while contributing to a dynamic and inclusive workplace.