ACCOUNTABLE TO: Executive Head: Legal & CompliancePOSITION TYPE: PermanentBENEFITS: In-house Medical Aid (50/50 contribution), Retirement Fund (50/50 contribution)JOB DESCRIPTION:This position entails maintaining and enhancing the legal strategy to ensure the company is provided with sound and professional legal guidance.DUTIES / KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Strong background in commercial and insurance law;Analytical and attentive to detail;Proven track record in providing effective legal counsel and developing contracts that mitigate legal risks;Serving as a legal resource and point of reference on legal and insurance matters, as well as rendering formal and informal legal opinions;Draft, negotiate and review agreements;Managing litigious matters on behalf of the company;Instruct external legal counsel on various matters;Sound understanding of relevant legislation and its impact on business strategy;Ability to identify and mitigate legal risks;Familiar with complaint handling process and corresponding with respective regulatory bodies;Interpersonally agile and strong at building relationships at all levels;Self-starter with the ability to work well independently;Ability to draft legal reports.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:Admitted Attorney;Post Graduate qualification would be advantageous.EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:Financial services background incl. direct exposure to financial legislation;Minimum of 5 years' experience within Financial Services or Insurance sector;Experience or knowledge in Compliance with a focus on TCF, POPI, CPA, FAIS, FICA;Commercial law technical and drafting skills;Interpersonal skills and strong character.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Attention to detail;Ability to work under pressure;Self-discipline;Good communication skills at all levels within the organisation;Ability to effectively handle challenging situations;Strong administrative skills;Clean credit and criminal records;Own and live up to company values.Application instructions:PEOPLE WITH A DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLYPlease send your updated MS Word CV, Matric certificate, and verification of disability to ******
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