Legal Officer at Badger Holdings (Pty) Ltd

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in investigations and implement specialized techniques to manage non-litigation matters.
• Handle technical refutes on high-risk/quantum cases to support Recovery and Liability teams.
• Perform in-depth merit adjudication on both Recovery and Liability matters.
• Address recurring challenges beyond the parameters that can be resolved by Team Leaders.
• Audit attorney accounts, addressing any discrepancies in fees charged against court rules or agreements.
• Make informed decisions on whether to proceed with summons or defend liability cases.
• Formulate escalations using case law and legal arguments as required.

Requirements:

• LLB degree with relevant post-graduate work experience.
• Extensive knowledge of merit adjudication for both Recovery and Liability cases.
• Proficiency in IT applications.
• Strong understanding of technical scenarios that require in-depth legal knowledge.
• Experience in auditing legal accounts and managing external attorney queries.

Additional Skills:

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with a professional demeanor.
• Ability to perform under pressure and adapt within a team environment.
• Attention to detail and adherence to deadlines set by the Senior Manager.
• Capability to build and maintain productive working relationships, even in challenging situations.