Legal and Compliance Officer | Johannesburg | Permanent

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Play a critical role at the intersection of law, governance, and operational excellence. This is an opportunity to influence decision-making and safeguard a dynamic, multi-entity business.

This role is responsible for delivering comprehensive legal advisory and compliance oversight across a diverse group structure. You will support business operations by managing legal risk, ensuring regulatory adherence, and providing commercially sound legal guidance across multiple jurisdictions.

You will engage with executive leadership, manage contracts and litigation processes, and drive compliance with key legislation including corporate, financial, and gaming regulations. The role also carries responsibility for governance support, lease management, trust administration, and insurer liaison, making it both strategic and hands-on.

Our client is a well-established, multi-site organisation operating in a regulated environment, known for its strong governance culture and commitment to operational excellence. The business offers a fast-paced environment where legal and compliance expertise directly contributes to sustainable growth.

What You’ll Do

• Provide legal advice across corporate, commercial, and operational matters
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation across multiple jurisdictions
• Oversee corporate governance processes and board support activities
• Manage litigation, claims, and insurer engagements
• Monitor and advise on lease agreements and renewals
• Conduct legal research and provide insights on regulatory changes
• Support trust administration and related legal processes
• Drive internal implementation of new legislation and compliance frameworks

What You Bring

• LLB degree
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in legal advisory or compliance roles
• Strong knowledge of contract law, company law, and regulatory frameworks
• Understanding of gambling law, insurance law, and financial services regulation
• Familiarity with pension fund and trust legislation
• Strong analytical, drafting, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across a complex business environment

What Success Looks Like

• Legal risks are proactively identified and effectively mitigated
• Contracts and agreements are robust, compliant, and commercially sound
• The business remains fully compliant with all relevant legislation
• Governance processes run smoothly with strong executive support
• Litigation and claims are managed efficiently with minimal exposure
• Stakeholders receive clear, practical, and timely legal guidance