Senior Legal Advisor (CS 21/18) at City of Cape Town

Job description

(REF NO:  CS 21/18)

The City of Cape Town promotes and applies the principles of employment equity. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

CORPORATE SERVICES – LEGAL SERVICES

SENIOR LEGAL ADVISOR

TCOE SALARY COMMENCING: FROM R694 272 PER ANNUM

REF NUMBER: CS 21/18

Requirements:

• LLB degree with admission as an Attorney or Advocate [passed bar exam]
• At least 2 years’ minimum post-admission experience in a relevant legal environment
• Proven drafting experience
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken
• Working knowledge of legislation and case law relating to Constitutional and Administrative Law, Interpretation of Statutes and other areas of the South African law applicable to the public sector
• Understanding of Council functions and systems
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
• Valid Code B driver’s licence.

Key Performance areas:

• Ensuring compliance with the Local Government Municipal Systems Act, No 32 of 2000 (specifically section 62 of the Act)
• Ensuring compliance with the Local Government Municipal Finance Management Act, No. 56 of 2003 and the Regulations (specifically regulations 49 and 50)
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Legal research and application of case law, legislation and policies
• Preparation of draft decisions for the Appeal Authority
• Maintaining proper records and information in respect of all matters
• Protecting/promoting the legal interests of the City and safeguarding it against risk.