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Warrick de Wet Redman Attorneys is a well-established law firm known for providing high-quality legal services and a client-focused approach. We are currently seeking a highly organized and professional Legal Secretary to join our team. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent administrative skills, and the ability to provide comprehensive support to attorneys.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial support to attorneys, including drafting, formatting, and preparing legal documents and correspondence
• Conduct accurate typing from dictation and handwritten notes
• Open, manage, and close client files in accordance with firm procedures
• Maintain and update case management systems and filing systems (electronic and hard copy)
• Schedule appointments, manage attorney calendars, and coordinate meetings
• File, photocopy, and scan documents, ensuring all records are kept up to date
• Liaise with clients, courts, counsel, and other parties in a professional and timely manner
• Assist with preparation of court bundles and trial documents
• Perform general administrative support as required

Requirements

• Proven experience as a legal secretary (experience in litigation and/or commercial transactions will be an advantage)
• Strong understanding of legal processes and terminology
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure
• Professional appearance and demeanour

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Catherine Schmuhl

At Smollan, we're on an evolutionary journey where we're shifting our story. We're looking for truly unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. Where our people are cared for, happy, and inspired in building an extraordinary place to work.

Our organization is looking for a
Group Legal Advisor
to review commercial agreements, provide legal and business-focused advice, and identify legal risks. This role will support the Group General Counsel and/or Assistant General Counsel.

As a Group Legal Advisor, you will be responsible for:

• Statutory and Regulatory Administration:
  Ensuring compliance with the Companies Act and CIPC, advising on corporate governance best practices, and staying up to date on changes in relevant laws.
• Contract Drafting and Negotiation:
  Drafting and amending commercial contracts, negotiating with clients and suppliers, and tracking and reporting on contractual issues to Exco.
• Legal Advisory and Compliance:
  Providing support on general legal issues, interpreting laws and regulations, and coordinating with external legal assistance. You will also engage with the Board, business executives, and regulatory bodies as needed.

What are we looking for?

To qualify for this role, you should have:

• An admitted attorney of the High Court with a Degree/NQF level 7.
• Approximately six years of overall experience in a top-tier law firm or multi-national corporation, with required experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Desirable experience includes financial services, corporate/company secretarial work, or mergers and acquisitions.
• Strong skills in critical thinking, commercial acumen, communication, and problem-solving.

Join Ofwat's Legal Team as a Legal Director - Major Projects
*Office Location:
London (E14 4HD) or Birmingham (B5 4UA) with hybrid working*

About Us
We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission's final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment.

We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We're also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales.

While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact.

The Role
We are looking for a
Legal Director to support our Major Projects
work and be at the forefront of shaping how our £50bn programme of major projects and new water resources is delivered. Following Ofwat's final determination for the Price Review 2024, we are embarking on an ambitious journey with a significant programme of 30 Major Projects.

You will join our expanding Legal Team which is part of the Office of the Chief Executive Directorate whilst also being embedded in the work of the Major Projects team. You will therefore also have the opportunity to get involved in other work areas within Ofwat as business needs arise, leveraging the skills that you bring.

The Major Projects team is responsible for the policy and market development of our future pipeline of major infrastructure projects in the water sector in England and Wales, as well as Ofwat's role in the oversight of the development, procurement, and delivery of these projects. The team works closely with our innovative partnership,
RAPID
(Regulator's Alliance for Progressing Infrastructure Development) on the early engagement on both water resources and wastewater planning.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Legal Director to lead the legal support to the teams that are defining how the competitive commercial models are being applied to the programme, working closely with companies and regulators to drive new approaches to unlocking programme opportunities. We expect you to use your legal expertise and judgement to help develop and test commercial operating models, facilitating the scrutiny of delivery plans, and proactively resolving emerging issues, thereby building confidence with government, and the investor and delivery market.

About You
Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post:

• Lead criterion 1: Significant experience (approximately 10 years') as a Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England and Wales or acting in a role akin to that of a qualified Solicitor or Barrister in a legal environment, providing commercial and/or project finance legal support to major projects delivery, ideally in an infrastructure sector with substantial commercial risk.
• Lead criterion 2: Significant experience of delivering strategic, solutions-focussed legal advice on the development and implementation of policy objectives and/or commercial outcomes in a regulatory context with specific expertise in areas of regulatory, public and administrative law.
• Highly tuned interpersonal skills, particularly in negotiation, influencing and engagement, with the ability to build trust, confidence and alignment across different organisations through effective communication and collaboration.
• Experience of senior leadership where you have demonstrated good judgement and the ability to effectively lead teams and projects through change and uncertainty to deliver desired outcomes.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills in a complex and evolving legislative context within an innovative policy environment, incorporating wider considerations into your work.
• An inclusive leadership style which inspires, motivates, and promotes collaboration to develop high performing, innovative and inclusive teams.
• Material experience of effective and efficient planning, including prioritisation and delegation.

Why You Should Join Us

• People Centric: Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way.
• Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration.
• Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham offices.
• Excellent employer pension contributions of nearly 29%. You can find further details about pension schemes under Terms and Conditions in the Candidate Pack.
• 25 days' annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave.
• Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership.
• Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies.
• Up to 3 volunteering days per year.
• Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work.
• Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life.

Follow the link to Apply for full details about the role, please ensure you have submitted your Applications in full before the below deadline.
Closing date:
23.55 on 21 September 2025

Our Sandton based client offers a diverse range of specialist and general insurance solutions and they are looking for a Legal Officer to join their dynamic team.

This is an onsite office role - non hybrid

The Role

To provide support to the Head of Legal in the formulation of legal standards and its integration in the business units. Also to provide legal advice and support to client servicing teams business partners. Ensure that products/solutions and services developed by the company are provided within the existing regulatory framework and in an efficient and value-adding manner.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Legal research on applicable legislation including but not limited to Insurance and Commercial law.

• Assist in drafting, reviewing and managing contracts to ensure compliance with applicable laws.

• Contract management.

• Provide training to business units on legal processes and regulatory changes.

• Assist and provide guidance in the implementation of regulatory requirements internally with business units and externally with business partners.

• Assist client service teams and business partners to develop systems and processes in response to regulatory changes.

• Assist with submission of various notifications and applications to the relevant regulatory authorities.

• Assist with the standardization of contracts and agreement for use by business.

Minimum Qualifications and experience

• Bachelors degree in law or equivalent qualification.

• 2 - 3 years' experience in a legal role with a focus on
insurance law
, contract law and related matters is required.

•
Knowledge of Insurance Legislation
and Regulations including, Short-term insurance Act, Long-term insurance Act, FAIS. Companies Act, POPI, TCF Principles, etc.

Competencies, knowledge and skills requirements

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders.

• Exceptional attention to detail, particularly in legal document preparation and regulatory compliance.

• Ability to multi-task and operate under pressure.

• Flexibility and ability to learn and adapt in a changing regulatory environment.

• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.

• Creative thought, innovation, independence with an ability to work as a team member.

• Solutions orientation rather than technical rule based approach.

• Interpretive abilities specifically with regard to legislation and regulation.

• Extensive experience and knowledge of insurance related legislation and regulation.

• Problem solving ability.

• Relationship building skills.

• Strategic thinking.

Legal Officer Claremont Cape Town

Our corporate global client in Engineering is looking for a Legal Officer to assist with corporate, matters reviewing and preparation of documentations, contracts and commercial law.

Salary Negotiable

Min Requirements

Commercial Law Degree (LLB & preferably an admitted attorney).

3-4 years post-article experience or 5 years' experience in a corporate commercial role.

Knowledge of global engineering contracts

Responsibilities

Processing of general queries in terms of contract, commercial, corporate, and statutory law and

ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a range of client contracts

Advising on general commercial and legal matters within the Divisions and Business Units.

Assisting with Company Secretarial affairs as and where required by the Group Legal & Company

Secretary.

Apply online

FROGG Recruitment

Legal Consultant (Non-Profit) for Africa Initiatives

Overview: The Cyrus R. Vance Center for International Justice is retaining a legal practitioner as a consultant to support the provision of pro bono legal services to civil society organizations and promote the development of pro bono practice in sub-Saharan Africa.

Time Frame: Up to two years (initial timeframe 6 months with renewal up to 2 years in total)

Location: Remote work (must be based in Africa)

Start Date: October 2025, based on when consultant is chosen

Monthly Fee: Up to $2800/month based on experience and knowledge

Deadline for application: Applications will be considered when received until a qualified candidate is contracted.

Introduction

Established in 2004, the Cyrus R. Vance Center for International Justice advances global justice by engaging lawyers across borders to support civil society and an ethically active legal profession. The Vance Center is a unique collaboration of in-house and private practice lawyers catalyzing public interest innovation to advance human rights and access to justice, protect the natural environment, promote the rule of law and institutional integrity, and support public interest reporting. A non-profit program of the New York City Bar Association, we bring together leading law firms and other partners worldwide to pioneer domestic and international justice initiatives and provide pro bono legal representation to social justice NGOs. In 2024, the Vance Center represented 174 clients in 235 matters, collaborating as co-counsel with 844 lawyers from 164 law firms across 69 countries.

Over two decades, the Vance Center has worked in sub-Saharan Africa to encourage and support lawyers to participate in public interest matters. It engages them in providing pro bono legal services to civil society organizations and in joining initiatives to advance fundamental rights and the rule of law. The Vance Center acts as a practitioner and convener, bringing together legal professionals from sub-Saharan Africa, as well as from the U.S., Europe, and Latin America, to collaborate in these efforts. It has developed active networks with lawyers, law firms, bar associations, and other legal organizations, as well as NGOs, to expand the legal community's pro bono engagement.

The Vance Center recruits private law firms from Africa and elsewhere in the world, including members of the Vance Center Committee, to co-counsel with our program staff who engage in substantive legal work, including legal research and analysis, advocacy, and litigation.

The Consultancy

The legal consultant, reporting to the Vance Center's Director, Africa Initiatives, will support and expand the Vance Center's work in sub-Saharan Africa, specifically the provision of pro bono legal services to civil society organizations and the development and institutionalization of pro bono legal practice.

Responsibilities

The main responsibilities of the consultant will include, but not be limited to:

• Engage with law firms and other members of the legal community (bar associations, academia, etc.) in select countries in Africa in the development and institutionalization of pro bono legal practice.
• Research, draft, review, and edit reports and analyses on international and domestic laws for countries in Africa.
• Engage with CSOs in select countries in Africa to identify legal needs.
• Coordinate the participation of the Vance Center and African organizations in public events, including webinars, conferences, and panel discussions, as well as plan, organize, and manage in-person and hybrid events.
• Organize training, workshops, and legal needs assessments, including managing logistics and follow-up with participants.
• Draft materials for publication on program activities, cases, or current events.
• Draft program reports to grant makers
• Undertake specific administrative duties related to achieving the program's activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Licensed to practice law in an African jurisdiction.
• At least five years of professional experience working as a lawyer in one or more civil society organizations, law firms, or legal advocacy organizations in Africa.
• Academic and/or practice experience with issues related to the rule of law, international human rights, and access to justice in sub-Saharan Africa, including the pro bono ecosystem.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legal challenges that grassroots civil society organizations and individuals face is highly valued.
• Active relationships with lawyers, bar associations, universities, legal regulatory and government institutions, journalists, and other stakeholders.
• Experience in advocacy or litigation before any of the Africa regional human rights mechanisms is a plus.
• Experience in relationship building, coordinating, organizing events, consultations, or multi-stakeholder engagements with participants from different locations.
• Ability to gather, synthesize, analyze, and present qualitative and quantitative data in various formats and genres, with excellent writing skills.
• Written and oral fluency in English. Fluency in French is highly desirable.
• Strong digital technology knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver quality work under tight timeframes.

Terms of Retention

The Consultant will serve as an independent contractor of the Vance Center and be responsible for benefits and taxes related to payments received based on an independent contractor agreement. The consultancy does not provide any rights of employment in the candidate's country or the United States. The term of the consultancy is up to two years, with an initial six-month period.

The work will be remote. Average weekly hours are expected to be in the range of 26-30, though the consultant will be free to set their own hours of work as they see fit.

Application instructions

Applications will be considered when received until a qualified candidate is contracted. To apply, please submit a resume, a cover letter, and a list of three references. References will only be contacted with your express permission. No phone calls, please.

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About Prime SA

At Prime we aim to reshape the motor vehicle insurance industry by providing the best possible insurance, delivered with humanity, simplicity and compassion.

The Role

This position, reports to Head of Claims and is based at our offices in Bryanston. The role involves overseeing a team of third-party claims handlers and recovery specialists, fostering a collaborative work environment, and implementing strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness in third-party claims management. The role requires strong leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills, as well as a deep understanding of insurance claims and recoveries principles.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the third-party claims process, which includes indemnity and recovery claims, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations, and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and performance relative to set targets.

Main responsibilities of a Third-Party Claims Manager:

• Oversee the end-to-end third-party indemnity claims process, including claim registration, investigation, assessment, negotiation, and settlement. Oversee the end-to-end third-party recoveries process, including identifying liable third parties, pursuing recoveries, and negotiating and pursuing settlements.
• Lead and manage a team of claims handlers and recovery specialists, providing guidance, support, and training as needed to ensure effective performance and achievement of targets.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements in third-party claims handling.
• Implement quality assurance measures to maintain accuracy and consistency in third-party claims processing.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with third-party claims, including fraud detection and prevention measures. Coordinate with claims handlers and investigators to gather evidence and information to support third-party recovery claims.
• Negotiate with third parties, their insurers, and legal representatives to reach fair and favourable settlements for indemnity and recovery claims.
• Develop and maintain relationships with third-party vendors, such as legal advisors and recovery agents, to facilitate efficient claims management and resolution.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics related to third-party claims processing, analyse data trends, and prepare regular reports for management review.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as customer service, to resolve customer queries and issues promptly and effectively.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains in the third-party claims handling operations. Develop and implement strategies to enhance recoveries outcomes and maximize revenue.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including panel attorneys and contingency agents, ensuring SLA alignment and performance excellence.
• Collaborate with internal teams, such as assessors, MCT, and finance, to streamline operations, maintain compliance, and manage budgets effectively.

Personal attributes and skills

The successful individual will be required to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Team Player
• Self-Motivated
• Target Driven
• Persuasive
• Resilient
• Leadership
• Ability to perform under pressure

Qualification & Experience

• Matric
• Completed LLB Degree. Admitted attorney.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in claims management, with a focus on third-party indemnity and recovery claims.
• Strong understanding of insurance principles, policies, and regulations.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

A law firm in Lonehill, Johannesburg is seeking a legal secretary / paralegal to join their team.

Requirements:

1. Proficient in transcribing dictations (typing speed crucial - at least 80 wpm)

2. Excellent typing skills

3. Minimum of 10 years legal experience

4. Drafting of legal documents

5. Proficient in English

6. Attentive to detail and good administration skills

7. Proficient in Court Online and CaseLines management

8. Diary management

9. Liaison with clients, debtors, Sheriffs and third parties

10. General office administration

11. Well organised and proactive

Salary to be discussed in interview

Kindly forward CV to

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Lexdan Select is assisting a multinational Online Gaming Accreditation company with their search for a Legal Advisor, based in Johannesburg.

The salary on offer is between R480k - R600k p/a.

Functions:

• Ensure the organisation's compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Ensure that regulatory license applications and renewals are completed.
• Effective drafting and updating of legal contracts and documents.
• Manage legal and regulatory queries associated with compliance requirements.

Requirements:

• LLB degree.
• 3+ years post admission experience working in-house for a highly regulated industry.