Legal Head

2 weeks ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa FirstRand Full time
Job Description

Hello future Legal Head


Ashburton Investments is a new generation investment manager that offers investors access to more sources of return and more ways to manage risk.

In the institutional space in South Africa as well as our Global business, we pride ourselves on offering solutions to address clients' holistic balance sheet needs, and to support business strategies in the reallocation of investment capital in the face of increasing regulatory pressures.

We see institutions as but not limited to, pension funds, long and short-term insurers, re-insurers, as well as medical aid schemes.

The purpose of the Legal Advisor is to drive legal implementation of Investment and Asset Management

products, services, and structures, within the Ashburton Investment business and across the Retail,

Commercial, and Corporate & Institutional customer segments of the FirstRand Group.

The Legal Advisor will primarily be responsible for advising the Ashburton Investment and Asset Management

Businesses on the legal aspects of applicable products and services and transactions, as well as, continued

research into various aspects of the laws, industry best practice and regulatory framework impacting on the

legal viability of the transactions being considered.

The Legal Advisor role is to provide legal advice on moderate to complex legal matters with a financial impact

and to identify and manage the legal risk associated with such transactions.

Are you someone who can:
Provide highly specialised legal advice or support in relation to, inter alia:

  • LMA transactions, Liability Driven Investments (LDI), Structured Notes, Funds and collective investment schemes, Securitisation structures, Asset Swap facilities;
  • The operational aspects pertaining to these product offerings, including opinions and guidance on the investment parameters applicable in such contexts;
  • Fund migrations and funds litigation services;
  • Advising on financial services legislation affecting funds, investment management companies and
  • advisors, including distribution and marketing issues;
  • Ensure compliance with internal legal and other procedures and policies;
  • Negotiating and drafting final agreements, pertaining to the product offering, Investment
  • Management Agreements, ISDA's, custody agreements, administration agreements, prime
  • brokerage agreements, co-investment agreements, securitisation agreements, Asset Swap
  • Agreements and rebate agreements;
  • Listing investment funds and conducting due diligence
"Legal Advice and Support" within this context includes the following legal services:
  • Expert drafting and reviewing of applicable documentation and agreements;
  • Developing and maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders and providers of legal services (including, external legal counsels, and other key stakeholders);
  • Staying up to date with all developments in the law, regulation, industry, and best practice in the relevant area of specialist legal practice;
  • Identify, monitor, report and minimise potential legal, reputational, and associated operational risks.
  • Are an Admitted legal practitioner in country of employment
  • Have completed a LLM in relevant specialist area of the law advantageous, corporate, or commercial law, banking and finance, international business law
  • A minimum of 8 to 10 years' post
  • article experience in the relevant area of legal specialisation
  • 2-3 years working experience in a relevant Asset Management or Investment Legal environment.
  • Experience in the drafting, review (and at times negotiating) of LMA and LDI Investments
  • Experience in portfolio management and fund management business
  • Sound corporate and commercial legal knowledge.
  • Ability to work independently and within a team.
  • Transactional negotiations at senior and complex level
  • Excellent analytical and problem
  • solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Independent judgement and good analytical skills
  • Capable of working in a high
  • pressured environment and can exercise independent judgement.
  • Ability to prioritize and plan.
  • Ability to independently provide guidance and timeous delivery on highly complex projects.
  • Deep understanding of the law, regulation, and practice of the relevant area of specialisation.
  • Strong technical ability to draft sound legal opinions or legal documentation in the relevant area of specialisation

You will have access to:

  • Opportunities to network and collaborate
  • Challenging Working
  • Opportunities to innovate

We can be a match if you have:

  • Curious & courageous
  • you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to
  • Obsessed with mastery
  • you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it
Job Details

Application Closing Date

22/04/24

  • Head of Legal

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Logic 360 Group Full time

    Job Purpose We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Legal to oversee the legal operations within our consumer division. The Head of Legal Consumer Division (Financial Services) is a key leadership role responsible for providing strategic legal counsel and guidance to the organisation's Consumer Division operating in the financial services...

  • Legal Head

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa FirstRand Full time

    Job DescriptionTo formulate the Legal Risk strategy in alignment with business, legal and regulatory requirements and is accountable for the decision making and implementation of the Legal Risk frameworkHello Future Legal HeadWelcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us...

  • Head of Legal, Risk

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Measured Ability Group Holdings Full time

    South Africa - Gauteng, Johannesburg - North (Sandton / Midrand / Diepsloot)**R R Our client in the Hospitality Industry is looking for Head of Legal, Risk & Compliance to mitigate potential risks to the Group by providing Global expert advice, and instruction on all legal, governance and compliance matters to the Group.Key Requirements***- Law degree***: -...

  • Head of Legal

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa AGC Recruitment Pty Ltd Full time

    Overview:Our client is in the mining industry. Focusing on excellence and innovation, they lead the way in mining operations across South AfricaResponsibilities:Legal Strategy and Compliance:Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with the company's overall objectives.Ensure compliance with relevant mining laws, environmental regulations, labour laws,...

  • Legal Advisor

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa FirstRand Full time

    Job DescriptionTo Provide legal solutions to complex legal and business challenges to mitigate against legal risk and partner with the business on the implementation of policies to comply with legal and regulatory requirements and business processesProvides guidance and management to more junior legal advisorsHello Future Legal Advisor IIIWelcome to FNB, the...

  • Senior Legal Advisor

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Nedbank Full time

    Requisition Details & Talent Acquisition Contact REQ Tshego SemenyaCluster Group LegalCareer Stream Legal Leadership Pipeline Manage Self: ProfessionalPosition Senior Legal Advisor Corporate & CommercialJob Purpose To provide proactive professional legal advice and risk management services to internal clients to mitigate the banks legal risk. Assist Legal...

  • Legal Advisor

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa FirstRand Full time

    Job DescriptionTo provide legal solutions to legal and business challenges within a business area, to mitigate legal risks and partner with the business on the implementation of policies to comply with legal and regulatory requirements in relation to business processes.To consult with internal clients to understand business requirements and provide sound...

  • Legal Advisor

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Macdonald & Company Full time

    Location:JohannesburgSalary:720,000Job Type:PermanentReference:70988Job Summary: Are you ready to excel in a high-paced corporate environment, where you'll oversee legal matters across a diverse and rapidly expanding portfolio?Managing both a Real Estate Investment Trust & a private fund, our client has over 25 years of operational excellence. With a...

  • Legal Advisor

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Nedbank Full time

    Job Classification- REQ:Refilwe Falatsi:- Closing Date: 15 April 2024:Division: Nedbank Insurance | Governance Legal:- Employment Equity Statement: Preference will be given to individuals from underrepresented groups. Job Family Risk, Audit and Compliance Career Stream Legal Leadership Pipeline Manage Self: Professional FAIS AffectedJob Purpose To provide...

  • Legal Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa SMD Technologies Full time

    This role is of a legal nature with the direct line of reporting to the Head of Legal and indirect reporting to the Managing Director.Responsibilities:- reviewing legal documents such as, _inter alia_, trading terms, non-disclosure and non-circumvent agreements, shareholders agreements, distribution agreements, exclusivity agreements, pre-incorporation...

  • Legal Associate

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa SecurityHQ Full time

    Reporting directly into the Global Head: Legal, this experienced professional will assist with providing expert legal advice and support to SecurityHQ which includes, but is not limited to, all legal, regulatory, and related matters to support business growth.Responsible for assisting with the contract management process to ensure legal liability and general...

  • Head, Legal, Advisory Services

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Standard Bank Group Full time

    Job DescriptionTo provide an effective dispute resolution service to the legal entity and engage in complex litigation/dispute resolution in order to protect or defend the interests of the legal entity; in accordance with the legal entity mandate and regulatory requirements.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsType of Qualification: Post Graduate DegreeField...

  • Legal Counsel

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa LRI Invest S.A. Full time

    Location: Johannesburg, South AfricaDate Posted: Mar 15, 2023DescriptionLegal Counsel***Role location: Cape Town / Johannesburg, South AfricaWe are currently looking for a highly motivated lawyer to join our rapidly growing in-house Legal Team. We offer a dynamic collegiate atmosphere and opportunities to grow and develop professionally within our thriving...

  • Head, Legal, Advisory Services

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Standard Bank Group Full time

    Job Description To provide an effective dispute resolution service to the legal entity and engage in complex litigation/dispute resolution in order to protect or defend the interests of the legal entity; in accordance with the legal entity mandate and regulatory requirements. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Type of Qualification: Post...

  • Legal Advisor

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Ingenious Personnel Full time

    The role is that of a Legal Advisor within the group's legal department. The role includes assisting with establishing and implementing policies, processes, and procedures, drafting, reviewing, and interpreting contracts and assisting with all required corporate/commercial matters.Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement legal strategies pertaining to...

  • Legal Head Enablement Segment

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa FirstRand Full time

    Job DescriptionTo partner at the segment level on the legal advisory services and legal risk and to optimise the risk management performance of the segment by assisting business to identify; recommend (through reporting; insights and risk analytics) and execute legal risk management strategies within the Group/Segment's defined risk appetite.To assess and...

  • Legal Counsel Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Tshipi e Ntle Manganese Mining Full time

    VACANCY NOTIFICATIONFix Term Contract (12 x Months)Position: Legal CounselLocation: Tshipi é Ntle Manganese Mining, Bryanston, JohannesburgVACANCY STATUSPUBLISHED DATE19 February 2024CLOSING DATE01 March 2024Legal CounselPATTERSON GRADINGC Lower**REPORTING TO**Head of Legal and GovernanceDIRECT REPORTSN/APURPOSE OF THE JOBTo support the Head of Legal in...

  • Legal Advisor

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Nedbank Full time

    Job ClassificationREQ: Refilwe FalatsiClosing Date: 21 June 2024Division: Nedbank Insurance | Governance - LegalEmployment Equity Statement: Preference will be given to individuals from underrepresented groups.Job FamilyRisk, Audit and ComplianceCareer StreamLegalLeadership PipelineManage Self: ProfessionalJob PurposeTo provide proactive professional legal...

  • Legal Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa TotalEnergies Full time

    PaysAfrique du SudLieuSouth AfricaLieu de travailJOHANNESBURG(ZAF)Société employeurTotalEnergies Renewables Southern AfricaDomaineDroit des EntreprisesType de contratCDIExpérienceMinimum 6 ans must Postgraduate degree in business law with ideally a double qualification (Civil and Common Law). Admitted attorney (advantageous) Minimum 5 to 6 years'...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Tipp Focus Full time

    IntroductionA vacancy exists for a Senior Legal Counsel based at Head Office of the client, reporting to the Group Head of Legal. The successful candidate will ensure the delivery of seamless, value-added support to the Group. This encompasses working as part of the Company Secretarial team delivering a legal service to the business, which includes, but is...