Home Loans Defended Matters Specialist at Absa Group Limited (Absa)

Job Summary

• Manage a portfolio of defended legal matters involving home loans, including litigation, mediation, and settlement negotiations.
• Liaise with external attorneys, counsel, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective resolution of cases.
• Provide strategic legal advice and risk assessments on defended matters.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and internal policies.
• Monitor legal trends and case law developments impacting home loan litigation.

Job Description

• Responsible for all defended matters (trial, applications, appeals) and ensuring all matters tagged  correctly on DM.
• Management of the Rescission Application portfolio.
• Responsible for compiling reports and sharing with Group Litigation.
• After Plea is received, ensure Form B is sent to Group Litigation and review the Plea.
• Conducting Monthly meetings with Group Litigation.                                                                                       
• Managing the legal cost for Defended Homeloans Accounts
• Engage daily with the Attorneys and obtain all documentation and recalculations requested for trial purposes.                                                                                         
• Managing the Fraud Portfolio.
• Support the Litigation team.

Requirements:

• LLB Degree
• Admission as an attorney would be preferable.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in litigation, with a strong focus on defended matters in the financial services or banking sector.
• In-depth knowledge of the National Credit Act, Magistrates’ Court Rules, High Court Rules, and related legislation.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage high-pressure situations.

Education

• Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

End Date: October 1, 2025