Group Lead Legal and Compliance

SUMMARY:
Are you a dynamic legal professional ready to take on a leadership role? Join this listed entity as the Group Legal & Compliance Officer and be at the forefront of managing their legal and compliance functions.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee legal and compliance risks through effective systems, teams, and processes.
• Track compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain an updated policy repository.
• Conduct compliance monitoring and ensure a robust compliance framework.
• Identify and mitigate non-compliance risks, and develop relevant policies.
• Plan and deliver communication and training programs on compliance.
• Ensure periodic internal audits and provide professional legal advice.
• Manage registration of deeds, property rights, and business licenses.
• Advise on tender processes and support contract management.
• Drive continuous improvement in legal and compliance functions.
• Attend board meetings, providing legal and commercial advice.
• Manage the whistle-blower hotline and report to EXCO and the Board.

• Degree in Commercial Law, B.Com Law, or equivalent.
• 10 years of legal and compliance management experience
• Expertise in corporate governance, data security, and stock exchange fundamentals.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Maintain and update the central policy repository.
• Deliver actions and initiatives on time and within budget.
• Provide accurate reporting and ad hoc legal opinions.
• Implement and monitor compliance risk management plans.
• Maintain compliance risk profiles and communicate new legislation.
• Propose and implement compliance awareness programs.
• Keep proper records for all compliance initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and deliver projects on time.

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