Job Description
To lead and manage complex litigation, debt recovery, restructuring and rehabilitation matters within a portfolio of high-value distressed clients.
The role is responsible for developing and executing legally sound recovery strategies that protect the organisation's legal position, minimise credit losses and ensure compliance with all applicable legislation and governance frameworks.
The incumbent will provide specialist legal advice to internal stakeholders, manage external legal service providers, and remain current with developments in relevant case law and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead litigation and recovery strategies for high-value distressed client portfolios.
Negotiate settlements and restructuring agreements to optimise recovery outcomes.
Protect the organisation's legal position through sound legal risk management.
Manage and oversee external legal counsel and service providers.
Provide specialist legal guidance to internal stakeholders across risk and credit functions.
Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, governance standards and internal policies.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Postgraduate Degree in Law (Bachelor of Laws)
Admitted Attorney of the High Court
Relevant professional legal membership in good standing
Minimum Experience Required
At least 7 years' proven experience providing legal advice within the legal and/or financial services sectors.
Demonstrated experience managing complex litigation and high-value debt recovery matters, including restructuring and rehabilitation processes.
Proven experience in drafting, reviewing, vetting, negotiating and disseminating legal documentation.
Demonstrated ability to identify, assess and mitigate legal and credit risk.
Minimum 5 years' people management or leadership experience, which may include leading cross-functional teams, managing panels of attorneys, or overseeing external legal service providers.
Strong understanding of the legal and regulatory environment applicable to credit, collections and recoveries.
Additional Information
Behavioural Competencies
Strategic Thinking
Sound Judgement and Decision Making
Influencing and Negotiation
Leadership and Stakeholder Management
Analytical Thinking
Technical Competencies
Litigation Management
Debt Recovery and Restructuring
Legal Risk Assessment and Mitigation
Regulatory and Governance Knowledge
Financial and Credit Risk Acumen