Legal Officer

1 month ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Energy at Work Projects Full time
Are you an experienced legal professional with a strong background in commercial and insurance law? We are seeking a Legal Advisor to join our dynamic team. This role is integral in maintaining and enhancing our legal strategy while providing sound, professional legal guidance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Legal Expertise:
    • Provide effective legal counsel, mitigating legal risks.
    • Draft, negotiate, and review contracts and agreements.
    • Act as a legal resource, offering opinions and insights on legal and insurance matters.
    • Stay informed on legislation and ensure business compliance.
  • Risk Management:
    • Identify and address legal risks proactively.
    • Manage litigious matters and instruct external legal counsel as needed.
    • Oversee legal contracts database.
  • Compliance & Relationships:
    • Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, including TCF, POPI, CPA, FAIS, FICA, and insurance legislation.
    • Handle complaints and liaise with regulatory bodies.
    • Build strong relationships across all organizational levels.
  • Minimum Qualifications
    • Matric / Grade 12
    • Admitted Attorney
    • Postgraduate qualification (advantageous)
    • 5 years post-qualification experience
  • Experience and Skills Required
    • Proven track record in the financial services or insurance sector (5+ years).
    • In-depth understanding of compliance frameworks and financial legislation.
    • Expertise in commercial law, legal drafting, and reporting.
    • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.
    • Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
    Key Attributes
    • Solutions-driven and energetic
    • Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
    • Ability to work effectively under pressure
    • High integrity, reliability, and self-discipline
    • Clean credit and criminal record
Why Join Us?
We value honesty, teamwork, accuracy, and innovation. If you are a self-motivated professional with a passion for legal excellence, we want you to help us drive our business forward.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 
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