Legal Secretary

3 weeks ago

Northern Suburbs, South Africa Armstrong Appointments Full time

Northern Suburbs
- Posted 39 mins ago

**Main job function**

The Legal Counsel will play a crucial role in providing legal support and guidance to the company. This position involves a broad range of responsibilities, including contract drafting and negotiation, regulatory compliance, risk management, and general legal advisory. The Legal Counsel will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure legal compliance and mitigate risks.

**Qualifications**
- Minimum B.Com LLB Degree with a post graduate LLM in corporate law / LLM in Taxation / H.Dip Tax.
- Admitted attorney or advocate of the High Court of South Africa and/or Conveyancer.
- Articles from a large reputable law firm.
- 2 - 5 years post articles experience specializing in commercial law.
- Experience in commercial contract and tax law.
- Understanding corporate governance and knowledge of global best practice / trends within the regulatory, compliance and governance framework.

**Criteria**
- Must at all times be fully conversant with applicable legislation, regulations, notices directives and rules, pertaining to the financial services industry including:

- Financial Sector Regulation Act
- Collective Investment Schemes Control Act.
- Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act.
- Companies Act
- Financial Intelligence Centre Act
- Pension Funds Act
- Long Term Insurance Act
- Financial Markets Act
- Protection of Personal Information Act
- Electronic Communications and Transactions Act
- ASISA Standards and Codes.
- King Code of Corporate Governance
- Code for Responsible Investing in South Africa
- Principles of Responsible Investment
- Ensure that all the regulatory and other internal or external reporting requirements applicable to the relevant companies have been adhered to.
- Ability to engage with external counsel and service providers and have a sound knowledge in a variety of matters, such as commercial legal matters, litigation, compliance, regulatory and risk management.
- Draft and review legal agreements to ensure that the regulatory requirements are met, and risks are mitigated.
- Litigation processes, settlement proposals and the drafting of pleadings in respect of litigation.
- Ensure detailed policies, procedures, procedures manuals, systems and controls are robust and implemented within the department.
- Documenting policies and processes to ensure compliance to the constitutional documents (Trust Deeds, Memorandum of Incorporation and the like) and legislation such as the JSE rules, FSCA/CISCA rules and all legislation in the financial service sector.
- Remain abreast of all changes in the legal, tax commercial and corporate governance environment in South Africa and internationally and demonstrate the ability to interpret and analyse any such changes and implement same within Oasis to ensure that Oasis remains compliant.
- Provide technical input on proposed changes to legislation and the changes required to ensure compliance with same.
- Attending to various company secretarial matters including change of name, change of directors, preparing Board Reports, preparing and collating Board Packs, preparing resolutions for tabling and approval by the Board and its sub-committees; documenting action points arising out of various board meetings and ensuring that these are actioned and closed out.
- Advise on all tax matters relating to the business.
- Assist with and maintain a register of all taxes to be paid per company in the group and ensure compliance of same
- Prepare tax opinions on various tax issues for discussion with Senior Executives
- Understanding of the Double Taxation Treaties and how it affects the various subsidiaries in the Group.
- Areas of responsibility include:

- Vat
- PAYE
- Income Tax
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- Capital Gains Tax
- Property Development (SEZ)
- Review and approve all tax calculations as being correct and ensure that an audit trail is maintained at all times.
- Draft management reports: propose policy changes / changes in computation methods based on changes in underlying rules.
- Provide tax assistance through the organisation including providing input to:

- Financial advisory team to enable them to improve the relevance of their financial advice.
- Marketing team to improve the relevance of client communication.
- Evaluate and interpret international tax treaties and double tax agreements.
- Ensure that there is strict compliance in the implementation of policies with the ability to hold staff accountable.
- Prepare detailed regulatory submissions to motivate for certain tax policies which would be beneficial to the interests of clients and / or the organization.
- Evaluate and make recommendations to avoid transfer pricing.
- Prepare all contracts of employment and maintain staff files.
- Represent the company and or its subsidiaries at the CCMA and attend to all CCMA related matters.

**Remuneration**

**R35 000 per - R40 000 per month

  • Legal Top Mailer Candidates

    3 weeks ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Dante Personnel Full time

    Western Cape, Northern Suburbs **LEGAL TOP MAILER CANDIDATE REQUEST** Cape Town CBD, Northern Suburbs and Somerset Wes Paarl and Stellenbosch Are you passively or actively in the job market? Could you use a change of scenery? Our Legal Top Mailer is anonymous, reaches all our clients in the Legal Industry, and informs them of current skills and...

  • Junior Developments Secretary

    4 weeks ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Staff Solutions Full time

    **Western Cape**, CPT - Northern Suburbs** **Monthly Basic Salary (Market related, Negotiable)** **Our Client in the Legal Sector is looking for a Junior Developments Secretary to join their team. Position situated in Northern Suburbs, Cape Town** **Requirements**: - **Matric qualification** ***: - **Legal secretary / paralegal / conveyancing...

  • Company Secretary and Legal Advisor

    7 days ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Cancercare SA Full time

    To facilitate good corporate governance in the organization and enforce a compliance framework to safeguard the integrity of the organisation. - Documentation of Board activities BOT - Assist the Chair person and CEO with board activities. - Assist EXC0 members - re documentation and facilitation of work processes and tasks - Insuring adherence to Corporate...

  • Senior Conveyancing Secretary

    4 weeks ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Staff Solutions Full time

    **Western Cape**, CPT - Northern Suburbs** **Negotiable Cost To Company (Market related, Negotiable)** **Opportunity Available! Our client in the Legal Sector is looking to employ a Senior Conveyancing Secretary to join their team in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs).** **Job Requirements**: *** - **Matric qualification** ***: - **Legal secretary / paralegal...

  • Commercial Legal Secretary

    1 week ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Leap Recruitment Full time

    * Contract Post* A lovely opportunity exists for an accomplished commercial secretary to assist the Director of a boutique firm. Your ability to handle multiple tasks and liaise extensively with clients in a high pressure environment is essential. Excellent written and numerical skills are required as there is a lot of invoicing involved. This post will be...

  • Senior Transfer Secretary

    4 weeks ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Staff Solutions Full time

    Western Cape, CPT - Northern Suburbs - Negotiable Cost To Company (Market related, Negotiable) Opportunity Available!! Our well known client situated in the Northern Suburbs (Cape Town), is looking to employ a Senior Transfer Secretary to join their dynamic team. **Job Requirements**: - Matric qualification - Legal secretary / paralegal / conveyancing...

  • Legal Secretary: Litigation

    3 weeks ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Ergasia Placements Full time

    A small but established Attorney Firm based in Bloubergstrand; Cape-Town is looking for a **Litigation Secretary**. Are you looking for a position where you can make a difference and be an integral part of the team? Then keep reading to see if you qualify. **Requirements**: - Speak and understand Afrikaans & English. - Excellent verbal and written...

  • Litigation Secretary

    3 weeks ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Dante Personnel Full time

    Western Cape, Northern Suburbs - R 16000 - R 20000 (Negotiable) **LITIGATION SECRETARY NEEDED** **LAW FIRM IN CAPE TOWN NORTHERN SUBURBS** **R 16 000 - R 20 000 ctc negotiable, based on experience** **Minimum requirements**: - Matric is essential, with a tertiary qualification beneficial - At least 3 years' experience in Litigation - Experience in...

  • Conveyancing Secretary

    3 weeks ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Dante Personnel Full time

    Western Cape, Northern Suburbs - (Market related) Outstanding opportunity available within a well established Law Firm in the Stellenbosch area is looking for a dynamic Conveyancing Secretary to join their team **Minimum requirements**: - Matric - Minimum 5 years experience of transfer and related documents - Experience in normal, sectional title and...

  • Junior Litigation Secretary

    2 weeks ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Bridgena Barnard Personnel Group Full time

    Western Cape, CPT - Northern Suburbs - R 6000 - R 10000 Monthly Basic Salary (Negotiable) Durbanville Junior post for a young energetic Litigation Secretary Durbanville Junior post for a young energetic Litigation Secretary Matric Legal qualification advantages 8 months in a similar role essential Typing court docs and filing Switchboard and screening...

  • Legal & Compliance Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Curo Fund Services (Pty) Ltd. Full time

    **Role Purpose** The Legal and Compliance Officer is responsible for overseeing the company’s legal and regulatory compliance activities within Curo. This role includes ensuring that the company adheres to all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies while minimising legal risks. The Legal and Compliance Officer works closely with internal...

  • Regional Legal Debt Controller

    6 days ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Fempower Personnel Full time

    Western Cape , CPT - Northern Suburbs (Market related) Our client within the Motor Industry has an opportunity available for a Regional Legal Debt Controller in the Bellville, Western Cape area. **Education and Experience Requirements**: - Matric (Grade 12) - Recognized Finance / Credit Control / Legal related qualification - 2 to 3 years Debt...

  • Legal Secretary

    4 weeks ago

    Southern Suburbs, South Africa KLI Recruitment Full time

    **Our Southern Suburbs based law firm require a legal secretary with the following**: - Relevant Tertiary Qualification - Computer Literate - Minimum of 4 years experience in a _Law Firm_ - Administration & detail oriented - Drafting contracts **Salary**: R10,000.00 - R12,000.00 per month Application Question(s): - Are you currently based in the Northern...

  • Transfers Secretary

    7 days ago

    Cape Town Northern Suburbs, South Africa Bridgena Barnard Personnel Group Full time

    N/Subs Transfer secretary position became available in a busy specialised law firm Matric GhostConvey , LEXIS Convey , Stordoc & E4 A relevant legal qualification would be an advantage An excellent command of Afrikaans and English, both written and verbal, is a requirement of the role At least 3 years solid experience in a normal Transfer post Able to handle...

  • Executive: Legal Affairs and Governance

    3 weeks ago

    Northern Cape, South Africa Unique Personnel Ltd Full time

    Primary Purpose of Job The incumbent will be responsible for providing legal advice to the business and executives on a broad range of commercial, legal, and regulatory matters, and efficient and effective secretarial services to the Board, Committees as well as other governance structures within the organization, to ensure compliance with governance and...

  • JUNIOR CONVEYANCING SECRETARY

    2 hours ago

    Cape Town Northern Suburbs, South Africa Bridgena Barnard Personnel Group Full time

    N/SUBS Law firm needs a Junior conveyancing secretary with 2 years experience in development administration Matric Diploma in Legal / Paralegal / Conveyancing etc 2 Years experience in Conveyancing as a junior You will handle: Progress reports to Agents Clients, researching and Sources of business in Developments Accurate and timeous uploading of documents...

  • Litigation Secretary

    2 weeks ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Ergasia Placements Full time

    Our client is an energetic legal firm dedicated to delivering top-tier, client-centred services. Specialising in litigation, debt collection, labour law, and property law, the firm prioritises effective solutions for their clients. **EE: Open** **What we are looking for**: This role requires independent work, collaboration with legal professionals, and...

  • Conveyancing Attorney

    4 weeks ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Staff Solutions Full time

    **Western Cape**, CPT - Northern Suburbs** **Negotiable Cost To Company (Market related, Negotiable)** Opportunity Available!! Our leading client in the Legal Sector is looking to employ a Conveyancing Attorney to join their dynamic team in Cape Town. *** - **Seeing clients to sign documents (e.g ensure that all FICA provided by the client is accurate and...

  • Conveyancer (Attorney)

    4 weeks ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Staff Solutions Full time

    **Western Cape**, CPT - Northern Suburbs** **Negotiable Cost To Company (Market related, Negotiable)** **New Vacancy!!** **Our leading client in the Legal Sector is looking to employ a Conveyancer (Attorney) to join their dynamic team in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs).** *** - **Seeing clients to sign documents (e.g ensure that all FICA is provided by the...

  • Administrative Officer: Board Secretariat

    4 days ago

    Northern Suburbs, South Africa Western Cape Gambling & Racing Board Full time

    The Board is looking for a dynamic, energetic, structured and organized person with the requisite combination of qualifications and experience in having served in secretariat functions related to board and/or committee meetings. **Based in Cape Town, you will report to the Board Secretary and will**: Perform a full secretariat (not secretarial) function to...