Legal Administrator at Central Energy Fund (CEF)

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Matric and LLB or equivalent degree in Law and must be an admitted legal practitioner.
• 2-4 years’ experience performing legal administration related functions/duties
• LLM degree in the relevant field will serve as an added advantage.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Legal Document management & administration

• Maintain an up-to-date legal document repository, ensuring proper filing, tracking, and archiving of contracts, agreements, and regulatory filings.
• Assist in drafting and formatting legal correspondence, reports, and internal memos.
• Ensure that all contracts and legal documents are signed, stored, and accessible according to company policies.

Regulatory & Compliance support

• Assist in reviewing basic contract terms and templates under the guidance of the Senior Legal Advisor.
• Support the legal team in ensuring compliance with governance frameworks, PFMA regulations, and investment policies.
• Assist in preparing documentation for audits, board meetings, and regulatory submissions.

Litigation and case management support

• Coordinate and maintain case files, pleadings, and legal correspondence related to ongoing litigation or disputes.
• Liaise with external legal counsel, ensuring all required documentation is provided on time.
• Track litigation timelines and key milestones, keeping the Senior Legal Advisor informed.

Legal Office administration and Stakeholder engagement

• Act as the point of contact for internal and external legal inquiries.
• Schedule and organize meetings, hearings, and legal consultations.
• Manage legal department budgets, tracking invoices from external counsel and service providers.
• Ensure confidential handling of sensitive legal matters and correspondence.
• Assist in the organization of legal files, case documentation, and meeting records.
• Prepare meeting notes, presentations, and correspondence as needed to support the legal team’s activities.
• Coordination of travel arrangements for the team