Legal Manager (Public sector)

Recruiter:

Isilumko Staffing (JHB)

Job Ref:

2599996577

Date posted:

Thursday, March 6, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

One of our public sector clients are looking for an experienced and admitted Attorney / Advocate to join their team.

Qualifications and experience:

LLB / BJuris / BProc / BCom LAW
8 years' post admission experience in a similar or related role, of which 5 years' must have been within a Supervisory / Managerial role
At least 2 years' experience within the public sector, working as an Attorney (rendering legal services to the public sector)
No less than 1 years' experience within labour and litigation (post admission as an Attorney)
Must have own reliable transport and valid drivers' license
Great track record as reference checks will be conducted upfront

Knowledge:

Procurement
Employee relations
Legal risk assessments
Contract drafting
Relevant legislation
PFMA . MFMA

Key skills:

Time management
Conflict management
Research
Assertive
Presentation
Computer literacy
Interpretation
Drafting
Negotiation
Communication
Able to work under pressure
Stakeholder management

Key performance areas:

Training and managing staff
Corporate governance
Legal research
Legal document recordkeeping
Report drafting
Responsible for legal budget and costings
Drive legal compliance amongst staff - constant awareness training
Policy development
Stakeholder engagement for litigation matters - External counsel and stakeholders
Risk mitigation
Keep abreast of industry trends, laws and regulations
Contract management
Legal guidance: employment law, intellectual property, regulatory compliance and contracts

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