Senior Legal Advisor – Insurance, Strategy & Compliance

Hollard Insurance Company Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Johannesburg seeks a Mid-Senior Legal Advisor focused on managing legal risks and ensuring compliance. The role involves supporting business units, drafting contracts, and managing litigation. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of legal experience and strong leadership skills within the insurance sector. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work closely with various stakeholders and oversee innovative legal initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal experience, preferably in the insurance sector.
• Experience managing legal risks and compliance initiatives.
• Strong negotiation skills and contract management experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head of Legal in managing the legal strategy and function.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across the business.
• Draft and negotiate various contracts and agreements.
• Manage litigation matters and represent the legal function.

Skills

Legal risk management

Compliance

Litigation management

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder relationship management

Team leadership

Job description

A leading insurance firm in Johannesburg seeks a Mid-Senior Legal Advisor focused on managing legal risks and ensuring compliance. The role involves supporting business units, drafting contracts, and managing litigation. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of legal experience and strong leadership skills within the insurance sector. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work closely with various stakeholders and oversee innovative legal initiatives.