Ensuring ethical business practices, regulatory compliance, and providing expert legal guidance across the organization to be proactive in mitigating legal risks and enhancing compliance initiatives.
Key Deliverables / Primary FunctionsDevelop, review, and update company compliance policies and procedures to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices.Provide legal advice to management and staff on a wide range of issues, including contracts, corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements, ensuring they align with organizational interests and legal standards.Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations, ensuring the organization remains compliant and implementing necessary policy updates.Identify potential legal and compliance risks, developing strategies to mitigate them and providing recommendations for risk management practices.Assist in the resolution of disputes and litigation, collaborating with external counsel as needed.Conduct training sessions for employees on legal issues, compliance, and best practices to foster a culture of legal and ethical awareness.Assist with the implementation, management, and monitoring of the company's compliance program, aligning it with changes in legislation.Regularly measure the effectiveness of compliance policies and identify opportunities for improvement, updating the program accordingly.Stay updated on legal developments relevant to the industry, conducting research and providing analyses to inform strategic decisions.Manage and report on all compliance-related activities, ensuring transparency and accountability.Core Functional Skills & CapabilitiesAnalytical SkillsBusiness NegotiationImpactful CommunicationCore Behavioural CompetenciesJob MatchWorking with peopleWriting and ReportingPersuading and InfluencingLearning & ResearchingMinimum QualificationsNQF 7: 3 year Bachelors Degree in Law
ExperienceMinimum of five (5) years' working experience in relevant legal/commercial experience, with proven expertise in compliance management, contract drafting, and legal advisory.Special Requirements / Employment ConditionValid Drivers licenseAbility to work extended /long hours as and when required
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