220 General Counsel jobs in South Africa

To determine the strategy for the Legal Department and the Human Capital Department. Provide input into the strategic direction of the NEF and its Subsidiaries as well as provide leadership in the development for the continuous evaluation of short and long-term strategic objectives. The General Counsel plays a significant role in developing relationships with key external third parties and assisting with raising third party funds for the organisation. Work with departmental leadership and key stakeholders across the business in overseeing and ensuring legal compliance across the business, maintaining the business’s integrity both internally and externally (reputational risk).

• Oversee the provision of high quality legal counsel to fund management division and to other support departments.
• Ensure turnaround times from approval to disbursement are met.
• Manage clients in litigation and maximise collections from litigation and collection processes.
• Manage the legal budget and maximise impact from expenditure.

• Fulfil the role of Chairperson on internal committees as decided in terms of the Delegation of Authority Matrix.
• Ensure that legal support is provided to the portfolio departments.
• Act as an expert in providing guidance and support with restructures and turnarounds.
• Be well acquainted with various laws including BBBEE laws, FAIS, FICA, and the PFMA.
• Assist in management and monitoring of distressed clients working with relevant divisions.
• Develop portfolio reporting framework for litigation matters and report to the relevant forums.
• Oversee legal compliance matters and provide guidance to the legal compliance team.
• Assist the Marketing and Communications department with approval of assigned matters.
• Stay abreast of relevant legal developments and ensure that all relevant developments affecting the NEF are brought to the attention of the Executive Committee and other relevant structures.

• Oversee the management of the Human Capital Department.
• Develop/update the Human Capital Strategy.
• Ensure that the Human Capital strategy is aligned to the organisation’s strategy.
• Ensure that the Human Capital department provides an enabling environment for employees.
• Champion the employee needs at a strategic level.
• Ensure that the organisation is optimally resourced subject to available resources.
• Oversee the activities of the Human Capital and Remuneration Committee.
• Ensure there are up to date processes to manage performance and disciplinary matters.

• The General Counsel is a member of the Executive Committee and must participate competently in all activities involving the Executive.
• Invitee to Board meetings and board subcommittee meetings.
• Establish a working relationship with the DTIC CFO and GCFO as well as other key DFI stakeholders.
• Perform tasks as assigned by the CEO.

• Ensure performance contracts of all divisional staff are completed by deadline.
• Conduct performance reviews of all staff based on timelines.
• Provide leadership to the division.
• Ensure optimal and strategic resourcing including proper succession planning.

• Deal with complaints and parliamentary queries/assist in responding to queries.
• Resolve all audit findings for units timeously.

• Master’s degree an advantage.
• Admitted attorney.

• Minimum 10 years relevant experience.
• Experience in successfully handling commercial law matters, litigation matters, human resources matters, compliance and regulatory matters.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
• Ability to strategize and solve problems.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Proven and successful experience creating departmental priorities that align strategic direction of the legal department and the overall business objectives.
• Successful experience leading negotiations on complex, high-value contracts, and agreements.

• Ability to manage stakeholders.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Understanding of and ability to follow procedures.
• Able to challenge matters if there are concerns with regulatory or policy issues.
• Able to interrogate information and raise/escalate for further attention where necessary.
• Excellence/Quality Orientation.
• Ethical Judgement.
• Resilience and Stress Management.
• Drive and Results Orientation.
• Time and Self-Management.
• Self-starter and independent worker.
• Visibility in office environment.
• Agility and able to assume additional responsibilities.

Overview

Job title: Personal Assistant (P9) (Office of the General Counsel) (Re-advert)

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: October 23, 2025

• Executive Personal Assistant to the General Counsel: The Executive Personal Assistant will provide high-level administrative and executive support in a fast paced, confidential environment. This role demands exceptional organizational skills, discretion, and professionalism, akin to the support provided to senior partners in top-tier corporate law firms. The Executive PA will act as a gatekeeper, liaison, and coordinator, ensuring the General Counsel's office operates efficiently and effectively.
• Office Management & Coordination : Provide professional and effective management of the Office of the General Counsel in line with best practice.
• Act as a first point of contact on all general queries that go via the office.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, phone calls, and client inquiries, ensuring timely and professional responses.
• Organise and liaise between Divisions, Executive Leadership Group (ELG) and other members of the Executive Committee, Directors of the Office of the General Counsel, Senior Legal Advisors, Legal Advisors, external stakeholders and administrator / s of the Office of the General Counsel.
• Effectively manage the diary of the General Counsel ensuring that both internal and external stakeholders' requirements are met.
• Prioritise matters and information in terms of urgency and importance.
• Organize domestic and international travel logistics and assist with the planning and coordination of internal and external events or client meetings.
• Draft and disseminate presentations, minutes, and correspondence to relevant stakeholders.
• Assist with scheduling performance reviews of all executive staff reporting to the General Counsel.
• Manage and coordinate the budget of the Office of the General Counsel.
• Coordinate strategic projects on behalf of the General Counsel (that is a high demand).
• Provide flexible support with additional tasks as required to facilitate the smooth operation of the Office of the General Counsel.

• Stakeholder Engagement : Work closely with other MEG Personal, Directors of the Office of the General Counsel, Senior Legal Advisor, Legal Advisors and Executive Assistants in organising and managing the diaries of Office of the General Counsel members thus ensuring achievement of goals.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders, employees, resolve or escalates to the General Counsel.

• Coordinate monthly and management reports from key stakeholders for the General Counsel (member).
• Ensure all SLAs with relevant stakeholders are always adhered to.
• Maintain professional confidentiality and manage information that goes via the office of the General Counsel.
• Identify relevant risks with the officer, resolve or escalate to the General Counsel.

• Provide clerical and administrative support to the General Counsel.
• Prepare, review, and proofread legal documents, presentations, reports, and confidential materials with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Keep records up to date and maintain an effective filing system (electronic and physical) in compliance with legal and university standards.
• Coordinate logistics for internal and external meetings, including legal committees.
• Manage procurement of operational items to enable efficient operation and timely payment of invoices.
• Plan, arrange and coordinate relevant workshops, functions and conferences as directed by the General Counsel.
• Keep abreast of new developments in the field and effectively apply best practice in the office setting.
• Perform ad hoc duties as and when required by General Counsel.
• Process expense claims, invoices, and procurement requests.
• Dicta-typing, formatting agreements, amending agreements, typing correspondence and general typing.
• Diary Management, meetings (including travel arrangements).
• Filing and filing system management.
• Action all incoming calls, emails.
• General Admin duties including filing.

• Diploma (NQF 6) in Office Administration, Legal Studies, or related field (a Paralegal Diploma will be an advantage).
• Minimum five (5) years' experience as a PA or Executive Assistant in an attorney's firm or as an Executive Assistant for a Head of Legal / General Counsel.
• Dicta-phone typing (at least 60 words per minute with excellent accuracy).
• Commercial secretarial work.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and document handling.
• Strong typing, document formatting, and data management skills.
• Broad experience in corporate commercial PA roles.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Strong planning, organising and a methodical approach to work.
• Excellent self-management skills and resource management skills.
• Good command of the English language (written and verbal).
• Strong customer service, diplomacy, and assertiveness skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Project Management skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and listening skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks.
• Collegial and emotionally intelligent.
• High level of integrity and ethical standards.
• Ability to use technology and software tools to improve efficiency.
• A team player with a positive attitude and willingness to support others.

• Previous experience in an attorney's firm or as an Executive Personal Assistant to a Head of Legal or General Counsel.
• Administrative / Management jobs

Compliance, confidentiality, and precision, that's the foundation of this role. As a Legal and Data Protection Administrator, you'll be at the heart of keeping things legally sound and data secure for a major UK Retail brand. From managing subject access and data erasure requests to supporting legal documentation and contract workflows, your work will help ensure the business stays aligned with regulations and best practices.

You'll work with UK based teams to deliver accurate, timely, and professional support across legal and data protection processes. It's a great opportunity for someone with a sharp eye for detail and a strong sense of responsibility to build a career in a fast paced, compliance focused environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

· Managing and responding to Subject Access Requests (SARs) in line with GDPR

· Redacting sensitive information to protect personal data

· Handling Right to be Forgotten requests and coordinating data deletion

· Preparing legal documents for signature and ensuring accurate filing

· Supporting contract management and supplier onboarding processes

· Conducting due diligence checks to ensure compliance

What We're Looking For:

• You've got a degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field
• You understand UK data protection regulations and GDPR
• You're organised, detail-focused, and great at managing sensitive information
• You're confident using contract management systems and relevant software
• You communicate clearly and work well both independently and in a team
• You bring professionalism, integrity, and a proactive mindset to everything you do
• Flexible and able to work UK hours

Whether it's redacting documents, managing legal workflows, or ensuring data protection compliance, you take pride in doing things properly. If you're ready to support a major UK brand with professionalism and precision, this could be your next step.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Afrikaans Admitted Attorney (Litigation/commercial/ corporate and family law), Mbombela, RNeg

• LLB or equivalent law degree from a recognized South African university.
• Admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• 2–3 years post-admission experience, preferably in litigation, commercial, corporate, and family law.
• Afrikaans Home Language
• Experience drafting court documents, contracts, and agreements.
• Knowledge of South African corporate, commercial, and family law legislation .

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality.
• Exceptional client management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office, LexisNexis, Juta).

Litigation:

• Draft and review pleadings, affidavits, notices, and other court documents.
• Prepare and manage case files for hearings and trials.
• Represent clients in court, including motion proceedings, trials, and urgent applications.
• Liaise with counsel, clients, and opposing attorneys.
• Advise clients on litigation strategy and potential risks.

Commercial / Corporate Law:

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding.
• Advise clients on company law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring matters.
• Conduct due diligence and provide reports on commercial transactions.

Family Law:

• Draft and manage agreements, including antenuptial contracts, settlement agreements, and divorce documentation.
• Represent clients in family law matters such as divorces, maintenance disputes, and custody issues.
• Provide strategic advice on family-related legal matters.

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and professional standards.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client and matter records.
• Attend client meetings, hearings, and negotiations as required.
• Assist senior attorneys with complex cases and matters.
• Keep abreast of legal developments in relevant areas of law.

Overview

Afrikaans Admitted Attorney (Litigation / commercial / corporate and family law), Mbombela, RNeg

• LLB or equivalent law degree from a recognized South African university.
• Admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• 2–3 years post-admission experience, preferably in litigation, commercial, corporate, and family law.
• Afrikaans Home Language
• Experience drafting court documents, contracts, and agreements.
• Knowledge of South African corporate, commercial, and family law legislation.

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality.
• Exceptional client management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office, LexisNexis, Juta.

• Draft and review pleadings, affidavits, notices, and other court documents.
• Prepare and manage case files for hearings and trials.
• Represent clients in court, including motion proceedings, trials, and urgent applications.
• Liaise with counsel, clients, and opposing attorneys.
• Advise clients on litigation strategy and potential risks.

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding.
• Advise clients on company law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring matters.
• Conduct due diligence and provide reports on commercial transactions.

• Draft and manage agreements, including antenuptial contracts, settlement agreements, and divorce documentation.
• Represent clients in family law matters such as divorces, maintenance disputes, and custody issues.
• Provide strategic advice on family-related legal matters.

• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and professional standards.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client and matter records.
• Attend client meetings, hearings, and negotiations as required.
• Assist senior attorneys with complex cases and matters.
• Keep abreast of legal developments in relevant areas of law.

Afrikaans Admitted Attorney (Litigation/commercial/ corporate and family law), Mbombela, RNeg

• LLB or equivalent law degree from a recognized South African university.
• Admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• 2–3 years post-admission experience, preferably in litigation, commercial, corporate, and family law.
• Afrikaans Home Language
• Experience drafting court documents, contracts, and agreements.
• Knowledge of South African corporate, commercial, and family law legislation .

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality.
• Exceptional client management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office, LexisNexis, Juta).

Litigation:

• Draft and review pleadings, affidavits, notices, and other court documents.
• Prepare and manage case files for hearings and trials.
• Represent clients in court, including motion proceedings, trials, and urgent applications.
• Liaise with counsel, clients, and opposing attorneys.
• Advise clients on litigation strategy and potential risks.

Commercial / Corporate Law:

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding.
• Advise clients on company law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring matters.
• Conduct due diligence and provide reports on commercial transactions.

Family Law:

• Draft and manage agreements, including antenuptial contracts, settlement agreements, and divorce documentation.
• Represent clients in family law matters such as divorces, maintenance disputes, and custody issues.
• Provide strategic advice on family-related legal matters.

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and professional standards.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client and matter records.
• Attend client meetings, hearings, and negotiations as required.
• Assist senior attorneys with complex cases and matters.
• Keep abreast of legal developments in relevant areas of law.