Senior Advisor, Legal, Investment Banking

Stanbic Bank Tanzania; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Advisor, Legal, to provide specialized legal advice on transactions within asset backed financing. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in legal documentation and risk management. You'll play a vital role in managing legal risks and overseeing negotiation processes, contributing to the firm's regulatory compliance and strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in legal documentation and processes.
• Experience in the legal/financial sector.
• 6 years of people management experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on asset backed financing transactions.
• Manage legal risks associated with transactions.
• Oversee the negotiation and drafting of legal documentation.

Skills

Legal advice

Risk management

People management

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Education

LLB in Law

Job description

Senior Advisor, Legal, Investment Banking To provide accurate, expert and specialised legal advice on legal and regulatory matters that arise in the negotiation, execution and implementation of transactions within the area of asset backed financing, including securitisation and equity capital markets.

To manage, identify and mitigate the complex legal risks involved in these transactions in line with the relevant Banking practices, procedures and legal entity mandate.

Qualifications Type of Qualification : LLB Field of Study : Law Other Minimum Qualifications, Certifications or Professional Membership : Admitted Attorney Experience Required : 8-10 years proven experience in the provision of guidance and insight pertaining to drafting, vetting, review, dissemination and / or negotiation of legal documentation and processes of a complex nature.

Identification and mitigation of legal risks.

At least 8 years experience within the legal / financial sector.

At least 6 years people management experience where appropriate.

Behavioural Competencies Developing Strategies Directing People Empowering Individuals Establishing Rapport Team Working Technical Competencies Financial Industry Regulatory Framework Legal Compliance Policy Development Risk Awareness Strategy Definition Seniority Level : Mid-Senior level Employment type : Full-time Job function : Finance and Sales