Group Legal and Compliance Manager (Telco Sector)

Recruiter:

Global Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB000120/LB

Date posted:

Sunday, September 15, 2024

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Exciting opportunity for an admitted attorney to join international telecommunications market leader.

An in-depth knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation in ICT sector (local and international) plus 5 - 8 years' post admission experience in corporate IT/telecommunications required.

JOB PURPOSE
Overall responsibility for all legal engagements with Customers, Suppliers and other Company stakeholders. Conduct and lead contract negotiations ensuring best legal and commercial outcome for the Company. Responsible for all Group legal compliance (ICASA, BBBEE, POPI, Company Law etc). Understand and manage company's regulatory compliance with Telco law outside of South Africa.

POSITION INFO:
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Negotiate and manage all Commercial Contracts 30%
Regulatory Compliance in jurisdictions where the Company has an entity 20%
Telco compliance in Countries where the Company offers services 30%
Manage BBBEE Strategy 10%
Management reporting 10%

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION

Knowledge

In depth knowledge and understanding of;
- commercial law
- law of delict
- contractual law
- employment legislation (BCEA, LRA)
- ICASA
- POPI
- BBBEE in the ICT Sector

Skills

Excellent negotiation skills
Commercial acumen
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Behavioural

Attention to detail
Accurate
Deadline driven
Initiative
Ability to prioritise
Judgement
Stress tolerance
Team player

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

LLB, LLM, must be an admitted attorney
In-depth knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation in ICT sector (local and international)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

5 to 8 years related experience post admission in corporate IT/ telecommunications sector experience will be an advantage.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Own transport

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their CVs.

Please note, only those candidates shortlisted and chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

Should you not have received a response to your application within 30 (thirty) days' of applying please consider your application unsuccessful.

We encourage you to monitor our company adverts for more great opportunities!

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