Strategic Legal Advisor for Contracts & Compliance

FirstRand; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial services institution in South Africa is seeking a Legal Advisor to provide legal solutions to business challenges. The role involves drafting and reviewing contracts, managing legal risks, and building relationships with stakeholders. Candidates should have an LLB degree, be admitted as an attorney, and possess at least 5 years of relevant experience. The position offers opportunities for innovation and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Networking opportunities

Challenging work environment

Opportunities to innovate

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with a degree in law.
• 5 years of experience in a legal environment with 1-2 years at a junior specialist level.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating agreements.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage legal documentation from inception to implementation.
• Apply legal risk management principles to reviews of marketing material.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across various departments.

Skills

Contract drafting

Legal risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

LLB degree

Job description

A major financial services institution in South Africa is seeking a Legal Advisor to provide legal solutions to business challenges. The role involves drafting and reviewing contracts, managing legal risks, and building relationships with stakeholders. Candidates should have an LLB degree, be admitted as an attorney, and possess at least 5 years of relevant experience. The position offers opportunities for innovation and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.