Legal Counsel

Recruiter:

Cortez Executive Search (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

LCC26072022

Date posted:

Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

JOB SUMMARY:
Legal Counsel

JOB DESCRIPTION:

A typical day may include:

Advises on a variety of legal issues and legal risks;
Explains legal language;
Draft, review, edit, interpret, advise, and negotiate on contracts and other legal documents;
Oversee all contractual obligations of the company;
Provide technically sound legal opinions;
Research and report on unique legal issues impacting the business;
Keep abreast of legislative changes that may affect the business;
Provide legal input into financial planning and reporting process;
Provide advise on labour law related employee issues and human resource matters;
Communicate and serve as a liaison for external parties including external counsel, public authorities, and union representatives;
Deal with complex matters with multiple stakeholders;
Maintain professional and timely communications;
Document and maintain legal files and issues;
Reporting;

Qualifications we look for:

Matric / Grade 12;
Degree in Law;
Admitted Attorney;

Experience we look for:

Minimum 4 years post admission legal experience;
Commercial law experience;
Experience in ensuring compliance with municipal laws;
Experience in reviewing enders / contracts with private and government entities;
Strong analytical and research skills;
Effective interpersonal and communication skills;
Excellent writing and reviewing (edit) skills;
Ability to work well within a team and individually;
Ability to prioritise multiple tasks;
Honesty, decisiveness, and integrity;
The ability to solve problems;
Discretion, diplomacy, and tact;
Works well under pressure;
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

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