Structural InformationJob number: 10004667Job title: Ops Specialist: Legal AdvisorJob grade: S6Group/ BU: CorporateDivision: Regulatory and LegalSpan of control: 0-5Reports to: ManagementREM Functional Area: Legal Risk & ComplianceCore DescriptionTo efficiently handle litigious matters and claims for and against Telkom, provide legal advice in the region in accordance with the Delegation of Authority, as well as assisting and handling matters handed over to duly appointed attorneys in the region.Job ResponsibilitiesOUTPUT 1Captured DataGather informationAnalyse informationOpen fileCorrect complete data compiledUpdate data on LMSFollow up with relevant parties for requested informationSubmit reports to relevant parties within agreed timelinesFile documentationCompile Litigation Report, Contingent Liability Report, TFMC Report, High Court ReportOUTPUT 2Established and Maintained RelationshipsAccurately Identify key role playersInitial contact consciously established and relationships formedRelationships were appropriately maintained and cultivatedOUTPUT 3Handled Claims and LitigationReceive instruction/ claimOpen file on LMSInvestigate and request further information from relevant partiesEvaluate informationDetermine actionDraft and Issue letters of demand, summons and other legal processesNegotiate settlement of claims with various role playersConsult with witnessesAttend and conduct inspection in loco with witnessesReview and vetting of contents of Particulars of Claim, Summons, Pleadings and various legal documentsAttend pre-trial meetingsAttend various Courts for trials/ applications/ conciliationsAppointing of tracing agentsProcessing of payments received on LMSCompile required reportsMonitor payments and follow up with debtors, insurance companies, brokers, sureties on non-paymentsLiaise with Accounts Payable to attend to settling of payments of tax invoicesUpdate LMS and close fileOUTPUT 4Instructed and Monitored AttorneysDetermine the need to appoint Attorney/ AdvocateDraft Instructing letterPrepare file contents for hand overConsult with Attorney/AdvocateAttend inspection in loco with Attorney/AdvocateAttend trial/ application proceedings with Attorney/ AdvocateReview and vet legal processes drafted by Attorney/ AdvocateMonitor Attorneys in accordance with Telkom PoliciesVerify and approve Attorneys accountsFollow up on payments from AttorneysLiaise with Accounts Payable to attend to settling of Attorney/ Advocates tax invoicesCore CompetenciesFUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGELegal Procedures; Employment Contract Law; Dispute Resolution Processes; Telkom Procedures; Transport Code; Telkom Structure; Civil/ Criminal Procedure; Telecommunication Legislation; Telkom PoliciesFunctional SkillsLateral Thinking; Decision Making; Investigation Techniques; Conflict Management; Computer Applications; Negotiation Techniques; Problem Solving; Time Management; Litigating TechniquesATTITUDES/ LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIESEthical; Persuasive; Assertive; Trustworthy; Patient; Dedicated; Innovative; Accurate; CalmEducationNQF 6: 3 year Diploma/ National Diploma in LawExperience3 Years relevant experienceCertificationsAdmission as practicing Attorney or AdvocateSpecial RequirementsValid Drivers licensePrepared to travelAbility to work outside of normal working hoursAdditional InformationOutputs (continued):OUTPUT 5Provided Legal AdviceReceive queriesInvestigate queryResearch queryCapture matter on LMSInterpretation of applicable standards, specifications, policies and procedures and applicable legislationProvide legal advice according to appropriate and applicable standards, specifications, policies and procedures and applicable legislationDraft and forward legal opinions to relevant role players within agreed time framesCompliance with SLAKeep abreast with current legislation and updatesVetting of agreementsProvide training to line management on ad hoc basis
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