Senior Legal Advisor

Blue Label Telecoms; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company seeks a legal advisor responsible for drafting and managing commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks, and handling litigation. This multifaceted role demands a strong background in commercial law and effective negotiation skills to support business operations and mitigate legal risks.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of commercial law and operational contracts.
• Experience in advising on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Aptitude in Mergers and Acquisitions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate commercial interests within the group.
• Manage litigation and engage in dispute resolution.
• Provide legal advice on compliance matters.

Skills

Commercial Law

Negotiation

Legal Risk Management

Dispute Resolution

Regulatory Compliance

Education

LLB Degree

Job description

Responsible for drafting commercial agreements and providing legal advisory services to ensure effective management of legal and contractual risks, compliance with laws, and adherence to Group Commercial Legal guidelines, contributing to a secure and profitable organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Negotiate commercial interests across various functions within Blue Label Telecoms Group.
2. Possess thorough knowledge of commercial law; capable of drafting and advising on operational commercial contracts.
3. Possess knowledge or aptitude in Mergers and Acquisitions and Corporate Finance, which is an advantage.
4. Provide legal advice and opinions.
5. Advise the Regulatory and Compliance Department on compliance and regulatory matters.
6. Manage and participate in projects from a legal perspective.
7. Manage litigation and engage in dispute resolution.
8. Maintain legal relationships with operations and trade partners.
9. Demonstrate a positive, outcomes-based approach and personality.
10. Work independently without supervision.
11. Liaise with external law firms.
12. Ensure delivery of commercial standards and expectations.
13. Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
14. Track and enforce key contract terms.
15. Assist in developing methodologies, change management, governance, and legal terms.
16. Manage non-adherence to contractual commitments.
17. Participate in fulfilling contract requirements.

Additional Responsibilities

• Serve as a business advisor on contracts.
• Ensure legal expertise is incorporated into contracts and templates.
• Contribute to strategic planning aligned with divisional goals, emphasizing client experience.
• Review and advise on ongoing cases and legal matters.
• Liaise with departments to address legal risks and actions.
• Provide legal protection and risk management advice, especially on contract management.
• Ensure compliance with legal risk policies.
• Review contracts and documents for legal implications.
• Advise on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
• Assist in drafting and modifying contractual instruments for business activities.
• Support the Risk and Compliance Department in compliance checklists.
• Monitor statutory compliance and advise management.
• Prepare litigation reports.