Legal Counsel

3 weeks ago

Sandton, South Africa Just Gym Full time

Overview

**Reference**
LegCou - PF001

**Salary**
ZAR0 - ZAR0/month

**Job Location**:

- South Africa - Johannesburg Metro - Sandton - Sandton City

**Job Type**
Permanent

**Posted**
Monday, October 28, 2024

**Closing date**
15 Nov 2024 21:59

Planet Fitness is looking for a Legal Counsel which also include paralegal duties. You will be working closely HODs and attorneys, providing support in various legal tasks.

**Legal Advice and Consultation**:
Provide legal advice to management and other departments.

Supervise and guide paralegals in legal research and analysis.

**Contract Review and Drafting**:
Review, draft, and negotiate contracts.

Oversee paralegals in the preparation and organization of contract documentation.

**Compliance**:
Monitor and ensure organizational compliance with laws and regulations.

Collaborate with paralegals to maintain compliance records and reports.

**Dispute Resolution**:
Manage and resolve legal disputes.

Coordinate with paralegals in gathering relevant information for litigation support.

**Intellectual Property**:
Protect intellectual property rights.

Supervise paralegals in conducting preliminary research on intellectual property matters.

**Corporate Governance**:
Assist in corporate governance matters.

Work with paralegals to maintain corporate records and filings.

**Employee Relations**:
Advise on employment law matters.

Oversee paralegals in tasks related to employee contracts and terminations.

**Regulatory Affairs**:
Monitor changes in laws and regulations.

Collaborate with paralegals to ensure regulatory compliance.

**Risk Management**:
Identify and assess legal risks.

Guide paralegals in supporting risk assessment activities.

**Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility**:
Promote ethical behaviour and corporate social responsibility.

Collaborate with paralegals on ethics-related research and initiatives.

**Communication**:
Effectively communicate legal advice to non-legal stakeholders.

Work closely with paralegals to ensure clear communication and coordination.

**_ Paralegal Duties:_**

**Legal Research**:
Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law.

Compile and organize research findings for review.

**Document Preparation**:
Draft legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.

Assist in the preparation and organization of legal documentation.

**Litigation Support**:
Assist in the preparation of legal documents for litigation.

Coordinate with attorneys on discovery and case management.

**Record Keeping**:
Maintain and organize legal files and records.

Assist in managing and updating compliance records.

**Administrative Support**:
Provide administrative support to attorneys.

Coordinate meetings, schedules, and communications.

**Client Communication**:
Interact with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

Assist in the communication of legal matters to clients.

**Qualifications**
- law degree, and
2- 5 years of legal experience for the Legal Counsel aspect.
Paralegal qualifications would typically include a paralegal certificate or degree, with proficiency in legal research, document drafting, and organizational skills.
The ability to work collaboratively with legal teams, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail are crucial for success in both aspects of the role.Contact information

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