Head of Legal Affairs

3 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa AGC Recruitment Pty Ltd Full time
Job Title: Head of Legal

AGC Specialist Recruitment is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Legal to join our client's team in the mining industry.

About the Role:

The Head of Legal will be responsible for leading the legal function and providing strategic legal advice to the company's management team. This includes developing and implementing legal strategies aligned with the company's overall objectives, ensuring compliance with relevant mining laws, environmental regulations, labour laws, and other legal requirements.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the mining sector and a strong understanding of the legal framework governing the industry. They will be able to provide expert legal guidance on a range of matters, including contract management, risk management, litigation, and dispute resolution.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Legal Strategy and Compliance: Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with the company's overall objectives, ensuring compliance with relevant mining laws, environmental regulations, labour laws, and other legal requirements.
  2. Contract Management: Review, draft, and negotiate contracts related to mining operations, including joint ventures, supply agreements, and service contracts.
  3. Risk Management: Identify legal risks associated with mining activities and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  4. Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Manage legal disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation.
  5. Corporate Governance: Ensure compliance with corporate governance principles and advise the board of directors on legal matters.
  6. Employee Relations: Provide legal guidance on employment matters, including labour disputes, disciplinary actions, and employee contracts.
  7. Environmental and Health & Safety Compliance: Advise on environmental regulations, health and safety standards, and community relations.
  8. Stakeholder Management: Engage with government agencies, local communities, and other stakeholders.
  9. Team Leadership: Manage a team of legal professionals, including attorneys and paralegals.
Requirements:
  • Law Degree: A bachelor's degree in law (LLB) or equivalent.
  • Admission as an Attorney: Must be admitted as an attorney in South Africa.
  • Mining Industry Experience: Extensive experience in the mining sector.

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced legal professional who can provide expert legal guidance and leadership to our client's team. If you are a motivated and ambitious individual with a passion for the mining industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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