More about the role:
Drafting and review of contracts - service & supply agreements including service levels, settlement agreements, employment & independent contractor agreements, etc. This requires collaboration with various stakeholders in the business to understand the goal of the contract, analyse the agreement, provide insights to mitigate risks & comprehend legal consequences.
Knowledge of applicable legislation - including but not limited to Consumer Protection Act, Protection of Personal Information Act, Financial Intelligence Centre Act, FSCA, PCI, Labour Legislation.
Advising on & drafting of business policies - conduct, ethics, employment, standard operating procedures, process documents, etc.
Providing support & legal advice to various departments - offer strategic guidance on business aspects & ensuring full compliance with relevant regulatory standards.
Staying updated on the latest industry trends, regulatory updates, and legal developments relevant to payments, card, MVNO industry in South Africa.
Preparing legal opinions & memorandums (with or without external legal counsel), including presenting these opinions to key business stakeholders.
Drafting & facilitating legal correspondence - such as, letters of demand, customer service responses & regulatory body responses, etc.
Managing the litigation portfolio within the parameters of the legal budget.
Overseeing the Intellectual Property portfolio and ensuring timeous renewals of Trademarks, Patents, Domain Names & registration of new Trademarks & Patents & Domain Names.
Maintaining contract register, ensuring that contracts & expiry dates are recorded & monitored in conjunction with various stakeholders.
More about you:
A collaborator
A multi-tasker
An initiator
A strong communicator (written and verbal)
Self-driven
Possessing a strong commitment to delivering high-quality legal solutions within a sensitive timeframe, aligned with business needs & objectives.
Qualifications & Accreditations:
LLB degree
Admitted attorney in South Africa, maintaining good standing within the legal profession
3-5 years PQE, with demonstrable practical experience in areas such as commercial contracts, labour/employment contracts, legal correspondence, the financial services industry with a focus on payments, card, MVNO and crypto currencies.
Experience & Skills:
Proficient technical drafting
Critical & creative thinking
Confident public speaking & presentation skills
Taking initiative & being proactive in performance of job
Timeous delivery of work within agreed timelines, managing expectations of coworkers & timeous escalation of work when required