Head of Legal/ Company Secretary

1 week ago

Westville, South Africa Boxer Superstores Full time

**Job Advert Summary**:
**Company**: Boxer Superstores
**Location**: Head Office, Westville, Durban
**Position**: Head of Legal
**Reports To**: CEO/Board of Directors
**Department**: Legal

**About Us**:
Boxer Superstores, a rapidly growing retail leader, is embarking on a significant milestone in our journey - an Initial Public Offering (IPO). As part of this transformation, we are establishing a new department of legal experts and seeking an exceptional individual to lead this team. We are looking for a dynamic, experienced, and highly skilled attorney to join our team as the Head of Legal.

**Position Overview**:
**Minimum Requirements**:
**Qualifications and Experience**:

- LLB degree from a recognized institution.
- Admitted attorney with a valid practicing certificate.
- Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with significant experience in corporate law and governance, and property-related legal issues.
- Proven track record of successfully managing legal teams.
- Extensive experience with IPO processes and requirements.
- Strong knowledge of corporate governance standards and practices, including adherence to King IV principles.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- High level of integrity and professional ethics.
- Significant experience in property-related legal work.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Leadership and Management**:

- Establish and lead the new Legal Department.
- Manage and mentor a team of legal professionals.
- Develop and implement legal strategies to support the company’s business objectives.
- **IPO Support**:

- Provide legal guidance and support throughout the IPO process.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to the IPO.
- Liaise with external legal advisors, regulators, and other stakeholders.
- **Corporate Governance**:

- Serve as the Company Secretary, ensuring the company adheres to best practices in corporate governance.
- Maintain and update corporate records, including minutes of board meetings and shareholder meetings.
- Advise the board of directors on corporate governance matters.
- Adhere to best practice and King IV principles.
- **Legal Compliance**:

- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks.
- Monitor changes in legislation and advise on necessary actions.
- **Contract Management**:

- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.
- Ensure all contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Manage contract disputes and litigation.
- **Advisory**:

- Provide legal advice to senior management and other departments.
- Support various business units with legal matters, with a significant focus on property-related legal issues.

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