Legal Advisor

2 weeks ago


Sandton, South Africa Pollock and Associates Full time

Legal Advisor Legal

Sandton - Gauteng - South Africa

STARTING DATE: JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2024

Join this dynamic team as a Legal Advisor in our clients Melrose-based head office. This full-time role offers a hybrid work option, requiring at least 3 office days per week.

Reporting to the Company Secretary and Legal Manager, you'll be vital in providing timely and precise legal counsel to the Group and Management across various legal areas, including labour, immigration, finance, service contracts, and operations. Your responsibilities encompass research, risk assessment, and proactive legal guidance. Stay current with legal developments, clarify legal language, and be a trusted advisor to the Group.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- LLB or equivalent legal qualification (BCom Law with LLB as an additional qualification)

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

- 2-4 years post-admission experience (Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 2 years experience)
- Proficiency in contract drafting and management, with significant experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Vet, negotiate, and manage contracts
- Draft, update, and amend commercial contracts (e.g., loan agreements, PPAs, SLAs, outdoor advertising agreements)
- Conduct pre-contract due diligence
- Address contract-related queries professionally and promptly
- Maintain and enhance the Standard Response Repository
- Provide expert legal monitoring and risk management
- Draft relevant protocols
- Assess and advise on risk and compliance in contractual provisions
- Manage projects and collaborate in committees and teams
- Liaise with clients and provide template letters
- Supervise clerical staff and offer training
- Offer general legal advice to various company departments
- Manage budgets and external lawyer relationships
- Structure, negotiate, and review high-value commercial contracts
- Provide legal guidance on transaction structuring
- Advise on operational, financial, strategic, and reputational matters


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