LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE MANAGER

SUMMARY:
LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE MANAGER

POSITION INFO:

Urgent role!

Job Title: Legal & Compliance Manager
Industry: Logistics & Supply Chain
Location: Krugersdorp, Gauteng
Contract Type: Permanent, Full time, On-site

Purpose:
The Legal and Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring the company operates ethically, legally, and in full compliance with internal policies and external regulations. This role involves developing and implementing compliance frameworks, managing legal risks, overseeing contract governance, conducting internal audits, and providing expert legal counsel to senior management. By fostering a culture of integrity and accountability, the Legal and Compliance Manager safeguards the organisation from legal exposure, supports regulatory readiness, and drives corporate governance excellence.

Key Responsibilities:
Develop, update, and implement company-wide compliance programmes and policies aligned with relevant regulations (including SANS 14001, 45001, FICA, POPIA).
Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and compliance risks and maintain an active legal risk register.
Collaborate with Internal Audit to conduct compliance audits and monitor adherence across business units.
Provide legal advice on contracts, partnerships, organisational changes, and disputes, coordinating as needed with external counsel.
Review, draft, and manage contracts ensuring alignment with company objectives and legal standards (subject to role scope).
Ensure compliance with environmental, occupational health and safety, and governance requirements; integrate ISO 14001 and 45001 principles.
Develop and deliver legal and compliance training fostering a culture of ethics and accountability company-wide.
Provide regular compliance and governance reports to executives and audit committees; manage investigations and reporting of breaches.
Liaise with regulatory bodies and represent the company during inspections, hearings, or legal proceedings.

Qualifications & Experience:
Minimum NQF Level 8 qualification (LLB or equivalent).
Valid driver’s license.
3 – 5 years’ experience in a Legal and Compliance Manager role.
Experience in logistics or mining sectors is advantageous.

Key Competencies:
Comprehensive knowledge of corporate legal frameworks, regulatory compliance, environmental and OH&S law, and data privacy regulations.
Strong skills in contract drafting, risk assessment, policy development, and audit coordination.
Attributes including ethical conduct, meticulous attention to detail, decisiveness, responsibility, discretion, and assertiveness.