Specialist Legal Advisor

Vodacom; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company seeks a Legal Advisor in Johannesburg. The role involves drafting and negotiating legal documents, providing legal research, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will have an LLB degree and up to 2 years of experience. The position offers competitive benefits and the chance for career advancement within the Legal Affairs team.

Benefits

Competitive benefit packages

Retirement funds

Medical aid benefits

Cell phone and data benefits

Exclusive staff discounts

Qualifications

• 0-2 years post-qualification experience, ideally in telecommunications or technology legal environment.
• Experience in commercial law, drafting and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Build relationships with business teams to provide legal support.
• Conduct legal research on corporate and regulatory matters.
• Manage the company's IP portfolio and compliance.
• Identify and mitigate legal and contractual risks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent drafting abilities

Verbal and written communication

Education

LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification

Admitted attorney

Job description

Vodacom, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Role Purpose / Business Unit

The specialist legal advisor will provide support within the Legal Affairs team by assisting in the drafting, review, and negotiation of legal documents, conducting legal research, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations across a range of commercial, corporate, and intellectual property (IP) matters within a fast-paced telecommunications environment.

The role involves supporting senior members of the legal team with transactions, contract drafting and negotiation, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and protection of the company's intellectual property assets.

The incumbent will develop a broad understanding of the business, applying sound legal judgement and a solutions-oriented approach to support strategic and operational objectives.

The role offers a strong foundation for progression within the Legal Affairs team, providing exposure to complex commercial transactions and cross-functional business collaboration.

Responsibilities

Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements and correspondence under the guidance of senior members of the team.

Build effective relationships and collaborate closely with various business teams and internal stakeholders to provide timely and pragmatic legal support.

Undertake legal research and provide clear, concise advice on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters affecting the business.

Assist in managing and maintaining the company's IP portfolio, including trademarks, copyrights, and domain names, and support associated IP clearance searches and risk assessments, registrations, renewals, and enforcement activities.

Regular proactive stakeholder engagement.

Periodic review of company policies to ensure compliance and alignment with legislation and Vodafone policies, where applicable.

Identify potential legal and contractual risks, providing practical, solutions-oriented recommendations.

Contribute to the development and implementation of legal policies, templates, and process improvements.

Assist in developing internal processes to manage legal risk effectively across business functions.

Investigate and report on customer and stakeholder queries which arise from time to time.

Ideal Candidate

LLB degree (or equivalent legal qualification).

Admitted attorney (or in the process of admission).

0–2 years post-qualification experience, ideally within a telecommunications or technology-focused legal environment.

Commercial law, drafting and negotiation experience, with ability to provide innovative legal solutions in a fast moving industry.

Core Competencies, Knowledge, and Experience

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a pragmatic approach to resolving issues.

Excellent drafting abilities with attention to detail.

Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.

Commercially minded, with an interest in the telecommunications landscape.

Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

Integrity, discretion, and ethical judgment.

Collaborative and adaptable in a dynamic environment.

Proactively develops professional knowledge and legal expertise.

Self-starter, solution oriented and problem solver.

Benefits

Enticing incentive programmes and competitive benefit packages.

Retirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefits.

Cell phone and data benefits, fibre connection discounts, and exclusive staff discounts offered in collaboration with partner companies.

Closing date for applications : 26 November

Base location : Midrand, Vodacom Campus

The company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity & inclusion.