Structural InformationJob number: 10008919Job title: Senior Legal AdvisorJob grade: S4Group/ BU: CorporateDivision: Regulatory and LegalSpan of control: 0-5Reports to: Executive ManagementCore DescriptionResponsible to handle all legal aspects and provision of legal assistance to the Telkom Group. Responsible for handling a variety of moderate to complex legal instructions and providing advice on appropriate action. Responsible for co-ordinating matters requiring external legal assistance and for the performance of on-site due diligence.Job ResponsibilitiesDrafting and reviewing all contracts.Providing legal advice to subsidiaries and Telkom Group on all matters.Negotiating all applicable contracts/service level agreements on behalf of the Telkom Group and subsidiaries with internal and external parties.Researching and providing legal guidance on applicable legislation for compliance purposes.Coordinating all legal matters for the purpose of instructing external attorneys.Managing the resolution of disputes.Providing legal support and assistance to ensure compliance with relevant legislation.Drafting opinions/submissions/memos to internal stakeholders at various levels in Telkom Group.Reviewing and analysing settlement proposals on disputes with suppliers and customers - working with portfolios regarding obtaining the best possible settlement proposal for the Telkom Group.Identifying, managing and monitoring legal risks within the company, as well as its clients to whom the company provides services.Providing training to internal stakeholders.Core CompetenciesFunctional KnowledgeAdministrative Law; ICT Environment; Industry trends; Law of Contract; Law of Delict; Telkom Policies and Procedures; Negotiating Technique; Research Methodologies; Commercial Law; Company Law; Competition Law; Corporate Law; Contract Law; Property Law.Functional SkillsAnalytical; Written and Verbal Communication; Drafting; Negotiating; Report Writing; Research Capability; Risk Management; Ability to work independently; Stakeholder Management; Conceptual Thinking; Ability to work well under pressure; Business Acumen.Competencies (Behaviour)Accurate; Dedicated; Ethical; Objective; Organized; Team Player; Honest; Decisive; Integrity; Confidence; Diplomacy and Tact.EducationNQF 7: 3 year Degree in Law.Experience7 Years relevant experience, of which at least 2 years on management level.CertificationsAdmission as practicing Attorney or Advocate.Special RequirementsValid Driver's license.Ability to work outside of normal working hours.Prepared to travel (Local and International).Physical RequirementsNone.Key StakeholdersInternal/external customers (including subsidiaries and business units).Regulatory bodies.External attorneys.Additional InformationMust have strong contract drafting and negotiating skills.Knowledge of the ICT industry.Ability to independently deliver high quality outputs timeously within highly pressurized deadlines.Ability to apply a business strategy to a legal principle.Meticulous, self-motivated and a problem solver, who takes initiative.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.The highest integrity and professionalism.Eager to learn, energetic and enthusiastic.Assertive, tenacious and resilient.Works well within a team environment.
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