Pick n Pay Stores Limited, through its subsidiaries and associates, operates in the retail sector on the African continent.
Pick n Pay is the quintessential family store focused on the customer. Since 1967 when consumer champion Raymond Ackerman purchased the first few stores, the Ackerman family’s vision has grown and expanded to now encompass stores in ...
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Provide general corporate law advise to the Supermarket Retail business unit
Minimum requirements
LLB Degree
Admission as an attorney of the High Court
A tertiary business/commercial qualification (advantageous)
10+ years post admission experience in a corporate and commercial environment
Franchise experience with a well-known franchise brand is essential and non-negotiable
Strong drafting (contractual and opinion writing)
Competencies
Good leadership qualities.
Highly organised
Excellent attention to detail
Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
High level of confidentiality
Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong negotiation skills
Strong analytical and research skills
People skills – able to positive interact with Franchisees, Corporate colleagues and legal associates effectively
Computer literate (Office Suite)
Research skills (internet and other legal resources)
Multi-tasking skills
Self-motivated.
Ability to work well under pressure and stick to tight deadlines
Ability to work on own and within a team.
Working knowledge of legal systems of all countries in which the company operates – Common law countries (Zambia, eSwatini, Lesotho, Botswana, Namibia and Nigeria)
Key responsibilities
Lead the Franchise Legal team and take overall responsibility for the provision of strategic legal advisory services for the Franchise division.
Provide general corporate advise to the Franchise business unit.
Draft and manage legal documents for all Franchisees, which include: franchise agreement, notarial bond, guarantee, and acknowledgment of debts.
Manage the sale and/or conversion of franchise stores to Pick n Pay corporate stores (and vice versa), including Competition Commission approvals.
Manage litigation relating to Franchisees (with oversight from Group legal), including the perfection of stores.
Manage and oversee the Company’s contracts - Franchise Legal Document Repository.
Collaborate with stakeholders to educate on regulatory compliance and to continuously promote a culture of ethics and compliance.
Work with the Franchise business unit to develop Training Programmes for Franchisees.
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