Legal Specialist (Centurion) at AVBOB South Africa

Description

• We are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented Legal Specialist to provide comprehensive legal support to the business. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring legal compliance, managing risk, and supporting strategic initiatives through sound legal advice. This role requires a proactive professional who can operate both independently and collaboratively within a dynamic environment.
• You will be working for a well established company with strong values. In exchange for your services, you will receive a competitive compensation package. You will be joining an organisation that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide proactive legal advice on a wide range of matters affecting the business, including regulatory compliance and corporate governance
• Draft, review, vet, and negotiate a variety of legal agreements, including commercial contracts, service level agreements, and vendor contracts
• Ensure the organisation remains compliant with all relevant legislation, policies, and regulatory requirements
• Identify potential legal risks and provide practical solutions to mitigate such risks
• Support the business in contract management and interpretation of legal documents
• Provide guidance on dispute resolution matters, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation processes
• Liaise with external legal counsel and manage outsourced legal services where required
• Conduct legal research and provide opinions on complex legal issues
• Monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory developments, advising the business on potential impact
• Provide training and awareness to internal stakeholders on legal and compliance related matters

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognised institution
• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
• Minimum of 5 years’ post-admission experience in a similar role
• Proven experience in commercial law, contract law, and regulatory compliance
• Experience within financial services or a regulated environment will be advantageous
• Strong knowledge of South African legislation and corporate governance principles
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Highly attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Strong judgement and decision making ability
• High level of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality