Manager: Legal Services Centre at LegalWise

You will be responsible for:

• Identifying and presenting opportunities to enhance technological relevance within the Department (this including the introduction of new technologies). 
• Compiling, Implementing and Adjusting tactical business plans to foster achievement of strategic objectives set for a particular business area. 
• Identifying and developing internal controls and feedback systems to monitor operational activities.
• Facilitating problem-solving in respect of day-to-day operations where necessary to ensure the smooth functioning of the Department.
• Conducting quality checks on service levels.
• Reporting any non-compliance matters timeously. 
• Monitoring, analyzing and reporting of performance for the Department Provides guidance and advice to Legal staff in terms of appropriate case and complaints/query resolutions where necessary 
• Builds and maintains sound business relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, such as, but not limited to Department of Justice, Ombudsman, Legal Departments and Attorneys.
• Demonstrating a high level of commitment towards employee performance management whereby regular monitoring and feedback sessions are conducted with employees to ensure agreed upon performance efficiency levels are maintained. 

Qualifications and Experience:

• Completed Legal Degree (LLB, BProc, Bjuris or BA Law) essential. 
• Must be an Admitted Attorney. 
• Minimum of 5 years’ post admission legal experience.
• Previous experience in a supervisor or management level position essential. 
• Experience in respect of budget management, human resource practices and operations essential.

Skills and Competencies:

• Must be computer literate. 
• Must speak English fluently. 
• Ability to speak one other official African language advantageous. 
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport essential; must be willing to travel.