Legal Advisor

Homechoice is looking for an experienced admitted attorney with contract drafting, corporate governance and consumer law experience, who is passionate about working with business stakeholders and who is detail orientated and can see the bigger picture. This position is responsible for a) contract drafting, reviewing and amending, b) providing proactive, in-depth legal and business-focused advice across the business regulatory universe and c) analysing and identifying legal risks and implications within area of business operations.

**What you will love doing in this role**
- Drafting and review of contracts - service & supply agreements including service levels, settlement agreements, logistics & transport provider agreements, employment & independent contractor agreements, operational agreements etc. This requires collaboration with various stakeholders in the business to understand the goal of the contract, analyse the agreement, provide insights to mitigate risks & comprehend legal consequences.
- Knowledge of applicable legislation - National Credit Act, Consumer Protection Act, Protection of Personal Information Act, Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act, Financial Intelligence Centre Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act & Labour Relations Act, etc.
- Advising on & drafting of business policies - conduct, ethics, employment, standard operating procedures, process documents, etc.
- Providing support & legal advice to various departments, such as procurement, supply chain (warehouse and logistics), merchandise, human resources, IT, marketing, operations. Offer strategic guidance on business aspects & ensuring full compliance with relevant regulatory standards.
- Staying updated on the latest industry trends, regulatory updates, and legal developments relevant to a credit and insurance provider, and retailer in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho and Eswatini.
- Preparing legal opinions & memorandums (with or without external legal counsel), including presenting these opinions to key business stakeholders.
- Drafting & facilitating legal correspondence - such as, letters of demand, customer service responses & regulatory body responses, etc.
- Managing the litigation portfolio within the parameters of the legal budget.
- Overseeing the Intellectual Property portfolio and ensuring timeous renewals of Trademarks, Patents & registration of new Trademarks & Patents.
- Maintaining contract register, ensuring that contracts & expiry dates are recorded & monitored in conjunction with various stakeholders.
- Ad hoc project work as needed by business and in response to regulatory changes & requirements.

**What you’ll need to do this role**

**Qualifications and Professional Responsibilities**
- LLB degree. Admitted attorney in South Africa, maintaining good standing within the legal profession.
- 2-4 years PQE, with demonstrable practical experience in areas such as commercial contracts, labour/employment contracts, & legal correspondence.
- Display a keen analytical mindset, enabling efficient problem-solving & a thorough assessment of legal matters & problem solving.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written & verbal, which are crucial for articulating legal concepts clearly & professionally.

**Key Competencies**
- Proficient technical drafting
- Critical & creative thinking
- Confident public speaking & presentation skills
- Taking initiative & being proactive in performance of job
- Timeous delivery of work within agreed timelines, managing expectations of coworkers & timeous escalation of work when required
- Willingness to learn & develop skills to enhance your offering to the business
- Working with colleagues in various areas of a diverse business environment

**Ideal Characteristics**
- Collaboration skills, an ability to work harmoniously in group settings, & a proactive willingness to contribute to shared goals.
- Capable of managing multiple tasks & priorities within a collaborative setting, without compromising the quality of work.
- Possess a strong commitment to delivering high-quality legal solutions that align with business needs & objectives.
- Display a self-driven approach, taking the initiative to excel independently while contributing positively to the legal team.
- Demonstrate high motivation to thrive within a dynamic legal environment, adaptability, & readiness to excel in diverse scenarios.

**What we love about you**
- Proficient technical drafting
- Critical & creative thinking
- Confident public speaking & presentation skills
- Taking initiative & being proactive in the performance of the job
- Timeous delivery of work within agreed timelines, managing expectations of coworkers & timeous escalation of work when required
- Willingness to learn & develop skills to enhance your offering to the business
- Working with colleagues in various areas of a diverse business environment

**Behaviours we love**
- Wow my **customer**
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