Business Unit Leader: Corporate Legal Services - Executive

Recruiter:

Fempower

Job Ref:

2506143280

Date posted:

Thursday, February 26, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

We are seeking a Business Unit Leader: Corporate Legal Services.

Please note the key focus areas below:

Role Level

This is an executive?level legal leadership role, not a purely technical legal position. Candidates must have led a legal function or business unit with accountability for strategy, people, budget and risk.

Essential Experience (Non?Negotiable)

Minimum qualification of an LLM degree
Minimum 15 years post?qualification experience
At least 5 years at senior management / executive level
Strong experience in public sector, SOE or highly regulated environments
Proven exposure to public law, governance and regulatory frameworks

Core Capabilities
Candidates should demonstrate leadership (not just exposure) in:

Litigation strategy and oversight of high?risk matters
Legislative drafting and review (including enabling legislation)
Commercial and contract management, including high?risk contracts
Debt collection through legal and litigation?driven processes

Leadership & Values
Please assess strongly for:

Integrity and ethical, courageous leadership
Ability to operate under public scrutiny and political sensitivity
Emotional maturity and executive presence

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