Legal Risk And Compliance Manager

Permanent - Legal Risk and Compliance Manager - Ekurhuleni (East Rand) - South Africa Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the role exists in order to manage company's legal, risk and compliance portfolio The incumbent will be responsible for strategic business partnership, which entails establishing the company's legal, risk and compliance gaps, establishing and/or contributing to the establishment of the company's internal controls framework, assessing compliance, as well as evaluating the effectiveness of relevant systems, processes and practices in achieving desired outcomesKey Performance Areas: Manage the administration, structuring, contracting and execution of legal contracts with a focus on identifying risks and liabilities, in close partnership with Exco and our external legal counselsEnsure that compliance risks (i.e. compliance with regulatory, ethical, and internal policy obligations) are appropriately monitored and addressed by managementEnsure that a risk-based approach is adopted to ensure that material compliance risks are addressed and mitigated by the businessManage legal compliance across the business in accordance with the company's Compliance Matrix and Compliance Standard Operating ProceduresEvaluate, review and asses internal controls across the business, and continuously work with internal stakeholders to improve the internal control environmentDevelop and review company policies and proceduresDevelop educational programmes and materials for employees, contractors and others working with the company; on regulatory developments and processesConduct investigation on any matters which warrant themPeriodic internal and external reporting as necessaryMeasure and evaluate performance (including supplier performance), ensuring that Legal, Risk and Compliance efforts deliver expect benefitsB Comm Financial, Legal, or Auditing qualificationAffiliation with relevant institutes beneficial5-7 years experience in a legal, compliance and risk management role; preferably in manufacturing or FMCGSolid experience in corporate and operational risk managementCapabilities & Attributes: Ability to work and manage in multiple teams, including cross-functional teams#J-18808-Ljbffr