Legal Developments Manager

Recruiter:

Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref:

PE006254/JD

Date posted:

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Developments Manager to lead and grow their Developments department.

POSITION INFO:

Role Overview:

The Developments Manager will be responsible for the strategic leadership, operational efficiency, and continued growth of the Developments department. This includes overseeing the team, generating new business leads, and contributing to overall market intelligence.
Key Responsibilities:

Provide effective management and strategic oversight of the Developments department.
Drive business development efforts, identifying opportunities for growth and generating leads.
Leverage a deep understanding of business processes and strategies to support departmental success.
Conduct and apply market research to identify trends and areas for improvement, ensuring issues are addressed promptly and escalated to Directors when needed.
Oversee all HR-related functions within the department, ensuring optimal use of internal systems and maintaining information integrity.
Train and onboard new staff, ensuring full compliance with internal processes and the company’s operational standards.

The role requires a strong focus on client relationship management, meeting financial and performance targets, and ensuring smooth departmental operations.

Key Skills and Competencies:

Strong organisational, leadership, and people management abilities.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and critical thinking skills.
Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently with a high level of accountability.
Strong financial acumen and experience in project management.
Skilled negotiator with the ability to influence stakeholders effectively.
High attention to detail with strong planning and time management capabilities.
Ability to perform under pressure and adapt to a dynamic work environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and conveyancing-related systems; willing to support broader team functions when needed.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

Admitted Attorney and Conveyancer.
Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in a similar Development Manager role.

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Marketing Manager
Location: Capetown
Salary: Market-Related
As Marketing manager, you will take full ownership of the company''s marketing strategy and execution.
Today

Finance Systems Lead
Location: Cape Town
Salary: 690 000 Annually
My client, a global technology-driven service company, seeks a Finance Systems Lead to manage and enhance Microsoft-based financial systems. Lead a small team, drive automation, and shape operational excellence. Join a dynamic, inclusive team focused on innovation and trust.
Today

Application Manager
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
Today

Digital Marketing Manager
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
Today

Application Manager
Location: Cape Town
Salary: market related Monthly
What will you do?The Application manager role is a role within the SAFe structure and is specifically intended to bring technical oversight and governance to the applications being developed and supported in the release train, line management of the technical staff in the self-coordinating squads within the release train and management of the operational processes associated with applications.&nbs...
1 day ago

Legal Developments Manager
Location: Cape Town
Salary: Monthly
Our client is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Developments manager to lead and grow their Developments department.
1 day ago

Sales Manager
Location: Paarl
Salary:
Are you a driven, dynamic, and inspiring Sales Team manager who thrives in a target driven environment?Our client based in Paarl requires a Sales manager to build and manage a high-performing team, turning strategy into results. You’ll play a key role in shaping the team’s success, optimising performance, and driving continuous improvement across all sales activities.
1 day ago

OHS Officer
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
Position SummaryResponsible for communicating Health and Safety values to the contractors and Staff of the integratedoutput-based facilities management services, and to ensure compliance to Health and Safetystandards and measures are integrated throughout all work systems and processes
1 day ago

Service Delivery Manager (IT Infrastructure & Networks)
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
1 day ago

Product Manager (CH1163)
Location: Stellenbosch
Salary:
1 day ago