Are you an experienced legal professional with a strong background in commercial and insurance law?
We are seeking a Legal Advisor to join our dynamic team.
This role is integral in maintaining and enhancing our legal strategy while providing sound, professional legal guidance.
Key Responsibilities Legal Expertise: Provide effective legal counsel, mitigating legal risks.
Draft, negotiate, and review contracts and agreements.
Act as a legal resource, offering opinions and insights on legal and insurance matters.
Stay informed on legislation and ensure business compliance.
Risk Management: Identify and address legal risks proactively.
Manage litigious matters and instruct external legal counsel as needed.
Oversee legal contracts database.
Compliance & Relationships: Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, including TCF, POPI, CPA, FAIS, FICA, and insurance legislation.
Handle complaints and liaise with regulatory bodies.
Build strong relationships across all organizational levels.
Minimum Qualifications Matric / Grade 12 Admitted Attorney Postgraduate qualification (advantageous) 5 years post-qualification experience Experience and Skills Required Proven track record in the financial services or insurance sector (5+ years).
In-depth understanding of compliance frameworks and financial legislation.
Expertise in commercial law, legal drafting, and reporting.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.
Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Key Attributes Solutions-driven and energetic Strong communication and relationship-building abilities Ability to work effectively under pressure High integrity, reliability, and self-discipline Clean credit and criminal record Why Join Us?
We value honesty, teamwork, accuracy, and innovation.
If you are a self-motivated professional with a passion for legal excellence, we want you to help us drive our business forward.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.