Senior Legal Advisor - Financial Services Compliance

PPS Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a qualified legal professional in Johannesburg. The candidate will assist in minimizing legal risks for businesses by providing legal advice and support, managing litigation, and conducting legal research. Applicants must hold an LLB degree, have at least 5 years of financial services experience, and demonstrate the ability to draft complex legal documents. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with various stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of post-articles financial services experience.
• Specialized experience in Long-term Insurance role preferred.
• Extensive experience with financial services legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to minimize legal risks.
• Draft and review legal documents and contracts.
• Manage litigation and intellectual property matters.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Legal drafting

Legal research

Conflict handling

Education

LLB degree

Admitted attorney/advocate

Completed practical legal training

Postgraduate diploma or degree

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a qualified legal professional in Johannesburg. The candidate will assist in minimizing legal risks for businesses by providing legal advice and support, managing litigation, and conducting legal research. Applicants must hold an LLB degree, have at least 5 years of financial services experience, and demonstrate the ability to draft complex legal documents. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with various stakeholders and regulatory bodies.