Legal Manager (Public sector)

Recruiter:

Isilumko Staffing (JHB)

Job Ref:

3126449311

Date posted:

Thursday, March 6, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
-

POSITION INFO:

One of our public sector clients are looking for an experienced and admitted Attorney / Advocate to join their team.

Qualifications and experience:

LLB / BJuris / BProc / BCom LAW
8 years' post admission experience in a similar or related role, of which 5 years' must have been within a Supervisory / Managerial role
At least 2 years' experience within the public sector, working as an Attorney (rendering legal services to the public sector)
No less than 1 years' experience within labour and litigation (post admission as an Attorney)
Must have own reliable transport and valid drivers' license
Great track record as reference checks will be conducted upfront

Knowledge:

Procurement
Employee relations
Legal risk assessments
Contract drafting
Relevant legislation
PFMA . MFMA

Key skills:

Time management
Conflict management
Research
Assertive
Presentation
Computer literacy
Interpretation
Drafting
Negotiation
Communication
Able to work under pressure
Stakeholder management

Key performance areas:

Training and managing staff
Corporate governance
Legal research
Legal document recordkeeping
Report drafting
Responsible for legal budget and costings
Drive legal compliance amongst staff - constant awareness training
Policy development
Stakeholder engagement for litigation matters - External counsel and stakeholders
Risk mitigation
Keep abreast of industry trends, laws and regulations
Contract management
Legal guidance: employment law, intellectual property, regulatory compliance and contracts

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Legal Manager (Public sector)
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
55 days ago

Legal Manager (Public sector)
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
55 days ago

Contracts Manager
Location: Pretoria
Salary: Negotiable
A respected client is looking to appoint a seasoned Contracts manager to oversee and drive effective contract management processes, ensuring compliance, value, and excellence across the board.
5 days ago

Financial Manager
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
48 days ago

New Vehicle Sales Manager - Edenvale
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
New Vehicle Sales manager - Gauteng, Edenvale #DriveYourCareerForward – step into the role of a New Car Sales manager and lead from the front as a dynamic Selling Sales manager, driving performance and results within the department.Our client is looking for 2 hands-on New Car Sales managers for two different sales floors, to take charge as dynamic selling sales managers.The main purpos...
Today

Purchasing Manager
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Purchasing manager to oversee and manage their purchasing operations. This key role involves developing cost-effective strategies for sourcing materials, maintaining supplier relationships, evaluating spending operations, and ensuring timely delivery of products. The Purchasing manager will also supervise a team, ensure business continuity i...
Today

Aftermarket Sales Manager
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: R80,000 CTC
Our client in the mining equipment sector is looking for an AFTERMARKET SALES manager to join their team in Johannesburg, GT.The Aftermarket Sales manager is responsible for driving revenue growth and client satisfaction through the strategic sale of aftermarket products and services. This role includes leadership over aftermarket sales functions, client relationship management, contract negotiati...
Today

Inbound Insurance Sales Consultant (Business and Commercial)
Location: Pretoria
Salary: 12000 Monthly
Our client is launching a new pilot project exploring how personal lines building insurance products can be positioned for non-individual policyholders, such as trusts and registered businesses. This is not a commercial insurance role â no commercial insurance license or products are involved.They are seeking an Inbound Building/Commerical Insurance Consultant who will assist with interpreting l...
5 days ago

Branch Manager - Car Rental - EAST RAND
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 25000 - 30000
MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE AS A BRANCH manager AT A CAR RENTAL COMPANY
5 days ago

Foreign Exchange Specialist
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 300 Hourly
New opportunity - Foreign Exchange Specialist - 6 Month contract - Strong FX markets skills - Cross border payments, Balance of payment exposure etc. but very strong overall Foreign Exchange control skills/knowledge. For top tier banking / financial services company. Hybrid work model followed.
5 days ago