Legal Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Mining Industry, has an opportunity available for a Legal Manager in the Sunninghill area.

POSITION INFO:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Degree in LLB or B.Proc
• Admitted Attorney or Advocate (7 years post qualification experience)
• 8 Years'' relevant experience, preferably 2 years'' managerial experience
• Demonstrate an understanding of the South African Legal framework
• Demonstrate an understanding of basic business principles
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 (OHSA) (as amended) and the responsibilities of management in terms of the Act
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Mines Health and Safety Act, (Act 29 of 1996) and its application
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the business and the environment in which it operates
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of commercial transactions and how they are conducted
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the practical application of Company Law
• Demonstrate an understanding of litigation and arbitration processes and associated risks
• Demonstrate an understanding of business risks
• Microsoft programs; IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, MES
• Assess legal contracts for business
• Manage legal records
• Administer the Legal Department electronic database

• Manage all day to day legal issues which arise in the allocated business units
• Oversee Corporate Governance to ensure compliance with relevant legislation
• Manage claims brought against and instituted by the company
• Assist with Crisis Management in terms of legal requirements
• Comply with the Promotion and Access to information Act
• Vet legal research and draft options
• Assess legal contracts for business
• Draft and negotiate core business agreements
• Liaise with external and internal auditors

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