BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITYIdentify and assess level of baseline risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)Manage SHEQ compliance within the Function through effective use of the ToolboxUtilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ statusPEOPLE Manage the Function: Ensure an enabling climate/cultureManage labour stability by minimising labour turnoverLabour complement in line with budget Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the FunctionManage performance against set targets and competenciesEnsure IDPs are linked to performance results and implemented as per planConduct career discussions and implement actions with all identified talent (quarterly)Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levelsConduct recruitment interviewsCUSTOMERS Ensure Customer SatisfactionBUSINESS PROCESSES Establishing, developing and directing the vision and strategic objectives for the legal function, which include the alignment of operations, organizational structure, people, processes and technology to the business strategyApproving policies and standards regulating key aspects of the legal functions by ensuring that processes are applied to monitor performance against policies and standards.Supporting the implementation of decisions taken by the Executive CommitteeAccepting responsibility for driving the legal function to meeting targets for the businessTaking initiative to drive execution of the duties of Group Legal Functionally reporting to the Executive for Group Legal and ComplianceDetermining the internal management framework and establishing a measurement process for functions managed.Reporting on performance at various executive forums.Managing control of operations and critical review of the performance of functions managedDevelop strategies and processes to improve on an ongoing basis.Ensuring alignment with core business of Samancor.Ensuring that the organisation adheres to the applicable laws and regulations.Ensuring that organisational legal matters are managed properly, efficiently and that the relevant and respective interested parties are informed and given proper advice and guidanceOverseeing delivery of legal services and resources to accomplish corporate goals, strategies and priorities. Initiating strategies for driving profession and customer centric behaviours in the businessManagement of key Joint Ventures, Corporate Secretarial Matters and Group ComplianceEngaging with other strategic functions to contribute toward the creation of step change in the performance of the organisation.Developing relationships with key clients at Executive and other levels to maintain best practicesManaging communication of the overall group legal, compliance and company secretarial function strategy and direction throughout the organisation to enhance implementation.Championing initiatives to attract, coach and retain key talent to build high performance culture within the teamDirecting operations to ensure that policies and procedures are being applied uniformly; that goals, objective and performance standards are met.Ensuring compliance with sound corporate governance principles and related mining sector legislationEstablishing performance contracts with direct reports, monitor performance and provide feedback.GROWTH Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational ExcellenceSHAREHOLDER VALUEManage the Business Unit costsBEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: Safety Leadership (Awareness)Innovation (Creativity)Strategic LeadershipStrategic Planning, Organising & ControlResults Orientation & ImplementationSystematic Problem Solving & Decision MakingAligning Performance for SuccessBuilding and Maintaining RelationshipsChange Leadership (Adaptability/Flexibility)Financial & Entrepreneurial InsightAdhering to ValuesWORKPLACE COMPETENCIES: Skills: Microsoft programsSamancor Chrome systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, MES)Knowledge: Demonstrate an understanding of the South African Legal frameworkDemonstrate an understanding of basic business principlesDemonstrate 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 ActDemonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Mines Health and Safety Act, (Act 29 of 1996) and its applicationDemonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the business and the environment in which it operatesDemonstrate a comprehensive understanding of commercial transactions and how they are conductedDemonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the practical application of Company LawDemonstrate an understanding of litigation and arbitration processes and associated risksDemonstrate an understanding of business risksKey customers: CEO, Exco External Law firm, External Interested PartiesRequirementsMinimum qualifications: LLB DegreeAdmitted attorney with 14 years relevant experience, preferably 7 years managerial experienceAdditional qualifications: MBA or LLMCompanies Act TrainingKing Recommendations TrainingCompany Secretarial PracticeCompliance ManagementRisk Mitigation