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2 weeks ago

Cape Town, South Africa The Recruitment Council Full time

Role: Legal AdvisorLocation: ClaremontA premier wealth management group, known for its holistic approach to financial planning, asset management, and fiduciary services, is seeking an experienced Legal Advisor to support its group of companies. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide high-level legal guidance across a diverse portfolio that includes wealth management, asset management, collective investment schemes, a linked long-term insurer, and treasury services.Our client is looking for a legal professional with a commercial mindset, strong regulatory knowledge in non-banking financial services, and a passion for enabling sound business decision-making through legal insight.Key Responsibilities:Provide comprehensive legal advice to various business units across the groupSupport the Compliance team with legal interpretation and analysisAdvise on new business ventures and assist with the legal implementation of initiativesEnsure legal compliance with relevant financial services legislationStay abreast of legal developments and proactively advise business leadersDraft and review a wide range of contracts, including financial services agreements and general commercial documentsDraft and vet client documentation and correspondenceLiaise with and manage relationships with external legal counselLead and support negotiations with external stakeholders and suppliersRepresent the group at ASISA committees and contribute to regulatory commentary on behalf of the firmRequirements:LLB degree and admission as an attorney of the High Court of South AfricaAt least 8 years post-qualification legal experience, with 6+ years as a Legal Advisor in the non-banking financial services sectorTechnical Skills:Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and AdobeExpertise in financial services law and general commercial lawAdvanced contract drafting and legal writing skillsKey Competencies:Strategic business insight and the ability to align legal advice with commercial goalsExceptional verbal and written communication skillsStrong negotiation and stakeholder engagement abilitiesHigh level of accountability and ethical conductProven problem-solving and decision-making capabilitiesAbility to work independently and collaboratively within a teamExcellent time management and prioritisation skills

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