We are currently recruiting for a legal advisor.
Job requirements:
- The Legal Advisor needs to have a minimum LLB and 3 years’ experience vetting and drafting commercial agreement across the organisation.
- The Corporate counsel will make use of their superior communication skills to provide advice to the Directorate and employees on a variety of legal matters whilst assisting in negotiations with potential business partners.
- And have sound knowledge of the CPA. Experience in High Court Litigation and Intellectual Property is advantageous.
- Must have a law degree from a recognized university
- Must be admitted to a recognized bar
- Must have 3+ years of experience gained in large law firm and/or in-house with major firm
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organization
- Strong negotiating skills with both legal and financial/commercial issues
- Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships within the organization's legal department and across all businesses
- Legal research and drafting skills
- Report-writing and analytical skills
- Computer literacy
- Planning and decision-making skills
- Communication (verbal and written) skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team and to take responsibility
- Good interpersonal skills
Job responsibilities:
- Negotiating, writing and executing agreements and contracts on behalf of the company
- Offering counsel on a variety of legal issue
- Advising executives within the company
- Working alongside other departments within the company
- Advising on contract status, legal risks, and the legal liabilities associated with different deals
- Researching and anticipating unique legal issues that could impact the company
- Reviewing advertising and marketing materials to ensure that they are in compliance with legal requirements
- Providing training to the company on legal topics
If you feel you meet the requirements, please forward your CV and a recent photo.
