27 Legal Services jobs in South Africa

The North-West University, Potchefstroom Law Clinic is committed to legal education and access to justice. The position is essential to oversee the legal services and community engagement activities of the Potchefstroom Law Clinic, to supervise and mentor students, paralegals, candidate legal practitioners and project coordinators (legal practitioners), to develop and present short learning programmes / courses, and to coordinate and assist with the practical component of IURI 472, IURE 416 and IURE 426 within the LLB programme.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Services, Community Engagement, Community Service by Students, Work-Integrated Learning / Service Learning by Students

• Ensure legal services offered by the Law Clinic staff are done on a day-to-day basis and in a professional, speedy and effective manner.
• Mentor and supervise the work done by staff and students (including drafting, file administration, diarising, progress on files, etc.).
• Conduct quarterly audits on client files in all units of the Potchefstroom Law Clinic.
• Appear in court in complex matters and mediate disputes when needed.
• Furnish legal advice and opinions to clients, staff and students.
• Research the law and stay abreast of recent case law affecting legal services.
• Ensure that all legal services rendered are of high standard, matters do not prescribe and adherence to the time limits as set out in the regulations of court.
• Receive and compile reports on a monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual basis.
• Plan, coordinate and supervise community service, work-integrated-learning and service learning by students.
• Plan and coordinate outreach workshops and training on law-related topics.
• Maintain and extend collegial network with legal practitioners and other relevant stakeholders in the profession.
• Comply with office instructions, prescripts and directives from line manager.

Teaching and Learning at Undergraduate Level

• Planning and coordination of teaching and learning activities for IURI 472, IURE 416 and IURE 426, including the following:
• timetables;
• practical classes / seminars / round tables;
• assessment plans;
• notices on eFundi; student enquiries;
• student participation in Law Clinic activities.
• Mentor and supervise legal practitioners involved in practical legal education and students working in the PC Law Clinic.
• Update and maintain study guides and module outcome documents.
• Drafting case studies and assignments.
• Assessment of practical exercises.
• Teaching of the practical component of the module IURI 472 (Legal Practice) and IURE 416 / 426 (Law Clinic).
• Adherence to deadlines, policies and guidelines of the NWU.
• Assist with marketing, presentation and administration of short courses offered by the Law Clinic.

Committee Work, Leadership and Management

• Serve on the following committees: Law Clinic management committee, Occupational Health and Safety committee of the Faculty of Law, Community Engagement and Professional Development committee of the Faculty of Law, and the Faculty Board of the Faculty of Law.
• Ensure that all staff members are managed effectively according to the office directives.
• Ensure sound operational management of the Potchefstroom Law Clinic.
• Increase the amount of community engagement activities and access to NWU expertise at the Law Clinic.
• Create an enabling leadership culture by developing a shared direction, shared values and alignment and commitment to transform the organisational culture of the Law Clinic.
• Foster a participative and developmental leadership style.
• Improve team cohesion, synergy and effectiveness.

Occupational Health and Safety

• Under health and safety law each employee has a duty to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by the former’s actions or omissions at work. Therefore, each employee must cooperate with management, OHS officials and colleagues to help everyone meet their legal requirements, whilst upholding and maintaining general occupational health and safety standards and practices.
• Occupational Health and Safety Officer for the Potchefstroom Law Clinic.

• LLB or equivalent qualification on NQF level 8.
• Admitted as a legal practitioner with a minimum of three (3) years of experience.

Added Advantages:

• An LLM on NQF level 9.
• A Postgraduate Diploma on NQF level 8.
• Experience with mediation.
• Experience in teaching and learning at an academic institution.
• Experience with project management.

Key Functional/Technical Competencies:

• Computer literacy in MS Word and Office, as well as email, internet and electronic retrieval of legal sources.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Demonstration of language proficiency in order to function optimally in the various multilingual environments of the NWU.
• Sound knowledge of clinical legal education, criminal and civil law.
• Ability to supervise and mentor project coordinators (supervising legal practitioners), candidate legal practitioners, paralegals, administrative staff, and students.

Key Behavioural Competencies:

• Good interpersonal relations.
• The ability to accommodate multiculturalism.

Remuneration:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

Enquiries Regarding Job Content May Be Directed To: Mrs. Chrisna Nicholson at

Enquiries Regarding Recruitment Process May Be Directed To: Mr. Byron Louw on

Closing Date: 26 April 2024

Planned Commencement of Duties: As soon as possible

Kindly Take Note: Applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Job category : Others : Education and Training

Location : Johannesburg Metropolitan

Contract : Fixed Term Contract

EE position : Yes

Introduction: MANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available.

CORE PURPOSE: The Manager: Governance and Legal Services will be responsible for the management of student and academic legal services, and provide oversight for student-related disciplinary, appeals and grievance procedures.

The candidate will additionally provide governance oversight and monitoring for the management and handling of student records and serve the role of secretariat for the Registrar's Office and related committee structures, including the establishment and management of the institution's Convocation.

The candidate will maintain the institution's governance matrix and monitor the maintenance of institutional policies and procedures within MANCOSA's quality management system (QMS).

CORE FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

1. Student and Academic Legal Services: Establish, manage and maintain the Legal Services structure within the Registrar's Office. Formulate a Legal Services Framework in line with the institution's strategic pillars.
2. Dispute Resolution: Mediate escalated student disputes. Provide formal mediation or arbitration for complex disputes, ensuring impartiality and adherence to institutional policies.
3. Policy Development and Review: Assist in the development, review, and implementation of institutional policies to ensure they are legally sound and compliant, and reflect on the Institutional Governance Matrix on the Quality Management System (QMS). Provide timely and accurate legal advice on student and academic matters.
4. Governance Matrix Maintenance on QMS: Establish the institutional Governance Matrix on the QMS, for the monitoring, maintenance and management of committee TORs, institutional policies, SOPs, charters, and frameworks. Ensure seamless integration of governance data with MANCOSA's QMS.
5. Secretariat Function for the Registrar's Office: Provide high-quality secretariat services for institutional committees and meetings. Organising and scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, circulating documents, taking minutes, and maintaining the resolutions register, following up on action items for the relevant governance committees (e.g. Senate).
6. Record Keeping: Managing and archiving minutes, policies, and sensitive institutional records in compliance with legal requirements. Manage the Registrar's Office documentation and record-keeping processes efficiently.
7. Establishment and Management of the Institution's Convocation: Develop and implement a Convocation framework in alignment with institutional requirements. Facilitate Convocation meetings and events to enhance alumni engagement. Maintain Convocation communication and records.
8. Oversight and Guidance for Student Disciplinary and Grievances & Appeals Committees: Establish a grievance and appeal and student disciplinary management procedure and system. Review and constitute the Student Disciplinary Committee and Grievances and Appeals Committees to ensure it is fit-for-purpose. Ensure student disciplinary matters and grievance processes are handled in accordance with institutional policies. Provide training and guidance to committee members on handling cases.
9. Governance Oversight of Student Records Management: Ensure the governance of student records is compliant with institutional and legal requirements. Implement best practices in the digitization and management of student records. Ensure the rigour and validity of the governance supporting the verification of historic student records.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
2. Postgraduate qualification in Higher Education Administration advantageous
3. 5 years of experience in legal and governance roles within higher education.
4. Experience working within a registrar's office.

Essential Job-Related Knowledge, Skills and Behaviour:

1. Strong knowledge of the South African higher education regulatory environment, frameworks, legislation and governance structures.
2. Strong understanding of, and experience implementing the principles of King IV.
3. Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
4. Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
5. Strong attention to detail.
6. Ability to work independently and in a team.
7. Proficiency in legal research and interpretation of policies and regulations.

Physical Requirements of the Post: Must be capable of working with visual and auditory input.

Special Conditions Attached to the Job: Willingness to work overtime when required. Must have a valid South African driver's license.

Job category: Others: Education and Training

Location: Johannesburg Metropolitan

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

EE position: Yes

MANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available.

CORE PURPOSE

The Manager: Governance and Legal Services will be responsible for the management of student and academic legal services, and provide oversight for student-related disciplinary, appeals and grievance procedures. The candidate will additionally provide governance oversight and monitoring for the management and handling of student records and serve the role of secretariat for the Registrar’s Office and related committee structures, including the establishment and management of the institution’s Convocation. The candidate will maintain the institution's governance matrix and monitor the maintenance of institutional policies and procedures within MANCOSA’s quality management system (QMS).

CORE FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

Student and Academic Legal Services

1. Establish, manage and maintain the Legal Services structure within the Registrar’s Office. Formulate a Legal Services Framework in line with the institution’s strategic pillars.
2. Dispute Resolution: Mediate escalated student disputes. Provide formal mediation or arbitration for complex disputes, ensuring impartiality and adherence to institutional policies.
3. Policy Development and Review: Assist in the development, review, and implementation of institutional policies to ensure they are legally sound and compliant, and reflect on the Institutional Governance Matrix on the Quality Management System (QMS).
4. Provide timely and accurate legal advice on student and academic matters.

Governance Matrix Maintenance on QMS

1. Establish the institutional Governance Matrix on the QMS, for the monitoring, maintenance and management of committee TORs, institutional policies, SOPs, charters, and frameworks.
2. Ensure seamless integration of governance data with MANCOSA’s QMS.
3. Conduct training and coordinate stakeholder communication with respect to the requirements of the QMS Governance Matrix, and assist stakeholders in conducting the relevant TOR, Policy, SOP, Framework and Charter reviews.
4. Coordinate with Monitoring and Evaluation to ensure that the institutional profile for the HEQC Online is maintained up to date and relevant governance documentation.

Secretariat Function for the Registrar’s Office

1. Provide high-quality secretariat services for institutional committees and meetings. Organising and scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, circulating documents, taking minutes, and maintaining the resolutions register, following up on action items for the relevant governance committees (e.g. Senate).
2. Record Keeping: Managing and archiving minutes, policies, and sensitive institutional records in compliance with legal requirements.
3. Manage the Registrar’s Office documentation and record-keeping processes efficiently.

Establishment and Management of the Institution’s Convocation

1. Develop and implement a Convocation framework in alignment with institutional requirements.
2. Facilitate Convocation meetings and events to enhance alumni engagement.
3. Maintain Convocation communication and records.

Oversight and Guidance for Student Disciplinary and Grievances & Appeals Committees

1. Establish a grievance and appeal and student disciplinary management procedure and system.
2. Review and constitute the Student Disciplinary Committee and Grievances and Appeals Committees to ensure it is fit-for-purpose.
3. Ensure student disciplinary matters and grievance processes are handled in accordance with institutional policies.
4. Provide training and guidance to committee members on handling cases.

Governance Oversight of Student Records Management

1. Ensure the governance of student records is compliant with institutional and legal requirements.
2. Implement best practices in the digitization and management of student records.
3. Ensure the rigour and validity of the governance supporting the verification of historic student records.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
2. Postgraduate qualification in Higher Education Administration advantageous
3. 5 years of experience in legal and governance roles within higher education.
4. Experience working within a registrar’s office.

Essential Job-Related Knowledge, Skills and Behaviour

1. Strong knowledge of the South African higher education regulatory environment, frameworks, legislation and governance structures.
2. Strong understanding of, and experience implementing the principles of King IV.
3. Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
4. Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
5. Strong attention to detail.
6. Ability to work independently and in a team.
7. Proficiency in legal research and interpretation of policies and regulations.

Physical Requirements of the Post

Must be capable of working with visual and auditory input.

Special Conditions Attached to the Job

1. Willingness to work overtime when required.
2. Must have a valid South African driver’s license.

Qualifications and Experience:

• An LLB Degree or equivalent qualification.
• Admission as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of South Africa would serve as an added advantage.
• A Chartered Company Secretary Qualification would be an advantage.
• Minimum of five (5) years at the senior management level.
• Minimum of five (5) years working as a Company Secretary in a regulatory authority or public service/ administration environment.
• Experience in preparing policy-related briefings and presenting policy proposals.

Responsibilites

• Providing strategic direction and leadership to the Company Secretary Unit and the Agency, and ensuring focus on strategic imperatives.
• Formulating creative solutions to enhance cost-effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of services.
• Advising and providing legal opinions to the Board and Management on all legally related matters.
• Ensure the formulation of the board's business plan and policies and their execution. Ensuring that the Agency complies with Corporate Governance best practices.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement in terms of sound corporate governance and legislation.
• Facilitate all the activities relating to the evaluation of the effectiveness of the board and its committees.
• Develop and ensure implementation of secretariat policies and procedures.
• Processing and accounting for the Board budget and expenditure.
• Organizing all board and board committee meetings and ensuring proceedings and resolutions are properly recorded and circulated
• Preparing the agenda in consultation with the Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer and the other documents for all the meetings of the board of directors.
• Attending the broad meetings to ensure that the legal requirements are fulfilled and provide such information as is necessary.
• Arranging with the consultation of the Chairperson the annual and extraordinary general meetings of the Agency and attending such meetings to ensure compliance with the legal requirements and to make correct records thereof.
• Ensuring compliance with the provisions of the Companies Law, King IV, and rules made thereunder, and other statutes and policies of the Agency.
• Litigation, early detection of possible litigation, and legal management.
• Compliance management of the Agency.
• Reporting to various statutory bodies and other internal reports as required.
• Ensuring that the affairs of the agency are managed by its objects contained in the articles of association and the provisions of the Companies Law
• Filling of various documents/returns as required under the provisions of the Companies Law.
• Advising, in conjunction with the agency's legal services, the chief executive or other executive, in respect of the legal matters, as required.
• Engaging legal advisors and defending the rights of the Agency in the Courts of Law.

Competencies, Skills, and Attributes

• A thorough understanding of the Municipal Finance Management Act, Local Government, Municipal Systems Act, Companies Act, and related legislation and regulations.
• Knowledge of the King IV Code of Good Governance.
• Knowledge of Performance Management & Reporting. A high level of computer literacy is essential.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• People management and empowerment.
• Knowledge management; Change management; Legislation, policy, and implementation; Stakeholder relations; Mediation; Client orientation and Customer focus, as well as Communication, both verbal and written.
• Ability to deal with pressures and setbacks.

Job category: Others: Education and Training

Location: Johannesburg Metropolitan

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

EE position: Yes

MANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available.

CORE PURPOSE

The Manager: Governance and Legal Services will be responsible for the management of student and academic legal services, and provide oversight for student-related disciplinary, appeals and grievance procedures. The candidate will additionally provide governance oversight and monitoring for the management and handling of student records and serve the role of secretariat for the Registrar’s Office and related committee structures, including the establishment and management of the institution’s Convocation. The candidate will maintain the institution's governance matrix and monitor the maintenance of institutional policies and procedures within MANCOSA’s quality management system (QMS).

CORE FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

Student and Academic Legal Services

1. Establish, manage and maintain the Legal Services structure within the Registrar’s Office. Formulate a Legal Services Framework in line with the institution’s strategic pillars.
2. Dispute Resolution: Mediate escalated student disputes. Provide formal mediation or arbitration for complex disputes, ensuring impartiality and adherence to institutional policies.
3. Policy Development and Review: Assist in the development, review, and implementation of institutional policies to ensure they are legally sound and compliant, and reflect on the Institutional Governance Matrix on the Quality Management System (QMS).
4. Provide timely and accurate legal advice on student and academic matters.

Governance Matrix Maintenance on QMS

1. Establish the institutional Governance Matrix on the QMS, for the monitoring, maintenance and management of committee TORs, institutional policies, SOPs, charters, and frameworks.
2. Ensure seamless integration of governance data with MANCOSA’s QMS.
3. Conduct training and coordinate stakeholder communication with respect to the requirements of the QMS Governance Matrix, and assist stakeholders in conducting the relevant TOR, Policy, SOP, Framework and Charter reviews.
4. Coordinate with Monitoring and Evaluation to ensure that the institutional profile for the HEQC Online is maintained up to date and relevant governance documentation.

Secretariat Function for the Registrar’s Office

1. Provide high-quality secretariat services for institutional committees and meetings. Organising and scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, circulating documents, taking minutes, and maintaining the resolutions register, following up on action items for the relevant governance committees (e.g. Senate).
2. Record Keeping: Managing and archiving minutes, policies, and sensitive institutional records in compliance with legal requirements.
3. Manage the Registrar’s Office documentation and record-keeping processes efficiently.

Establishment and Management of the Institution’s Convocation

1. Develop and implement a Convocation framework in alignment with institutional requirements.
2. Facilitate Convocation meetings and events to enhance alumni engagement.
3. Maintain Convocation communication and records.

Oversight and Guidance for Student Disciplinary and Grievances & Appeals Committees

1. Establish a grievance and appeal and student disciplinary management procedure and system.
2. Review and constitute the Student Disciplinary Committee and Grievances and Appeals Committees to ensure it is fit-for-purpose.
3. Ensure student disciplinary matters and grievance processes are handled in accordance with institutional policies.
4. Provide training and guidance to committee members on handling cases.

Governance Oversight of Student Records Management

1. Ensure the governance of student records is compliant with institutional and legal requirements.
2. Implement best practices in the digitization and management of student records.
3. Ensure the rigour and validity of the governance supporting the verification of historic student records.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
2. Postgraduate qualification in Higher Education Administration advantageous
3. 5 years of experience in legal and governance roles within higher education.
4. Experience working within a registrar’s office.

Essential Job-Related Knowledge, Skills and Behaviour

1. Strong knowledge of the South African higher education regulatory environment, frameworks, legislation and governance structures.
2. Strong understanding of, and experience implementing the principles of King IV.
3. Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
4. Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
5. Strong attention to detail.
6. Ability to work independently and in a team.
7. Proficiency in legal research and interpretation of policies and regulations.

Physical Requirements of the Post

Must be capable of working with visual and auditory input.

Special Conditions Attached to the Job

1. Willingness to work overtime when required.
2. Must have a valid South African driver’s license.

Company Overview : At Digby Wells Environmental, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our colleagues, clients, the communities we engage with, and the environment.

Position Overview : As Head of Environmental and Legal Services, you'll spearhead our environmental and legal services, managing project teams across the globe. This pivotal role combines strategic leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects adhering to IFC Performance Standards and Equator Principles
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring timeliness, budget adherence, and quality standards
• Cultivate and maintain key client relationships as an account manager and project sponsor
• Drive financial success through budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis
• Mentor, develop, and lead high-performing teams, fostering a culture of excellence
• Expand our market presence through innovative business development strategies
• Ensure best-in-class quality management systems across the division
• Stay at the forefront of technological and legal developments in the environmental sector

Company Overview: At Digby Wells Environmental, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our colleagues, clients, the communities we engage with, and the environment.

Position Overview: As Head of Environmental and Legal Services, you'll spearhead our environmental and legal services, managing project teams across the globe. This pivotal role combines strategic leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects adhering to IFC Performance Standards and Equator Principles
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring timeliness, budget adherence, and quality standards
• Cultivate and maintain key client relationships as an account manager and project sponsor
• Drive financial success through budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis
• Mentor, develop, and lead high-performing teams, fostering a culture of excellence
• Expand our market presence through innovative business development strategies
• Ensure best-in-class quality management systems across the division
• Stay at the forefront of technological and legal developments in the environmental sector

Skills and Knowledge:

• 10-15 years of experience in Environmental Management, with a strong consulting background
• Proven track record of successful project management (10+ years)
• In-depth knowledge of the mining industry (5+ years)
• Demonstrated success in leading and managing teams of 5+ professionals
• Experience in managing managers and driving organizational growth
• Willingness to travel and work in diverse global settings
• Expert knowledge of environmental, mining, and social legislation
• Strong financial acumen and business management skills
• Exceptional communication, mentorship, and interpersonal abilities

Locations: Gauteng, South Africa

Why Choose Digby Wells:

• Opportunities for growth, learning, and making a lasting impact on the world.
• A competitive salary, thoughtfully aligned with internal benchmarks and market standards.
• Performance bonuses, reflecting individual and company achievements.
• Be part of a global team making a significant impact in the industry
• Both formal and informal recognition for outstanding contributions.
• Opportunities for shares, allowing our employees to share in the success they contribute to.

If you're ready to lead by example and drive excellence in sustainability and environmental management, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team at Digby Wells Environmental.

Join the Movement: #GlobalMining #MakeaDifference #Sustainability #Environmental #Legal

Important Notice to Applicants:

• We are committed to protecting your privacy and will handle all personal data in strict accordance with applicable data protection laws.
• If you do not receive a response within 14 days of application, we encourage you to continue your job search. While we carefully consider all applications, we are only able to contact candidates selected for further consideration.

To provide leadership and strategic direction to the Governance, Compliance & Legal Services Department regarding legal, governance, and organizational compliance with legislative, regulatory, and policy requirements, as well as other duties assigned by the Executive or Board of Trustees.

• Contribute to the development and review of the Scheme's strategic plan.
• Develop operational plans aligned with the Scheme's strategic goals.
• Develop compliance management strategies, governance frameworks, and related policies.
• Create compliance plans and oversee their implementation.
• Participate in the development of long-term operational plans as a member of the Executive team.

• Provide legal advisory services to various units, including the Board and its committees.
• Handle legal tasks, litigation, and disputes, advising on appropriate actions.
• Review legal documents, conduct legal research, and provide solutions.
• Manage contract drafting, negotiation, and contract management systems.
• Advise on contractual and policy compliance matters.
• Lead litigation management, including representation at regulatory authorities and CCMA.
• Support legal aspects of projects initiated by other departments.
• Generate reports for the Board and committees.

• Maintain an effective compliance system within the Scheme.
• Define and review the Scheme's compliance policies and universe.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor compliance.
• Report non-compliance issues and facilitate training to promote a compliance culture.
• Assist in amendments of Scheme rules and liaise with external stakeholders on compliance matters.

• Participate in Board activities, prepare reports, and track decision implementation.
• Develop and review governance documents and conduct governance training.
• Assist in organizing the Annual General Meeting and manage secretariat services.

• Manage the department's operational budget and monitor expenditures.
• Provide financial reports and ensure budget compliance.

• Liaise with regulators and represent the Scheme at tribunals.
• Support the Scheme's business units with legal and compliance expertise.

• Lead and develop the team, manage staffing and succession planning.
• Oversee performance management and foster a high-performance culture.

• LLB/BA Law; postgraduate qualification in compliance or governance is advantageous.
• At least 10 years in Legal, Risk, and Compliance, with 5+ years in senior management.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in the Medical Aid or Financial Services Industry.

• Legal Degree
• Extensive knowledge of the Medical Aid Industry and Legal Risk and Compliance.

Job title : Director : Legal Advisory Services

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : July 02, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Minimum Requirements :

• Grade 12 and a Bachelor’s degree in Law at NQF level 7;
• 10 years of legal experience, of which 5 years must be at middle management level in a managerial position within a large organisation;
• Preferably an admitted Attorney or Advocate.

Primary Function :

• Lead and direct comprehensive and innovative legal advisory and legal support services to the City and its MEs in order to ensure operations and decisions of the municipal structures and office bearers comply with the legislative requirements applicable to local government and that the interests of the Council are protected.

Key Performance Areas :

Forward Planning, Productivity / Performance and Personnel Management, Financial Control

• Develop and implement a legal advisory and legislative framework within which the entire Group should operate.
• Manage and oversee the implementation of a legal advisory services policy in the entire Group.
• Identify and define immediate, short-term, and long-term objectives associated with legal advisory and legal support services and processes.
• Contribute and assist with the development of the Department and Directorate's Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Planning (SDBIP) for implementation by the Directorate and sub-directorate.
• Directs and controls outcomes associated with the utilisation, productivity, and performance of personnel in the Legal Advisory Services Directorate.
• Preparation, monitoring and control of the annual legal advisory services and legal budget.
• Provide input to the Department's, Directorate's and sub-directorates Demand Planning process.

Policy Implementation

• Manage and facilitate the implementation of strategies, business plans, policies and procedures of Council structures and departments relating to its functional area.

Legal Advisory Services

• Direct the provision, development, and management of enabling legal support and advice to Council structures and departments relating to its functional area, by providing legal comments
• Direct the provision, development, and management of enabling legal support and advice to Council structures and departments relating to its functional area, by providing legal opinions.
• Pro-actively and / or immediately advise the MMCs and Heads of Departments on areas of non-compliance and legal risks and mitigation thereof.
• Scrutinise comments to verify whether they comply legally.
• Manage a proactive legal advisory service.
• Manage and oversee the provision of legal support to the Mayoral committee, SubMayoral Clusters, Section 79 Committee and other committees within the functional area.
• To ensure the amendments to schemes, consent uses, subdivisions, consolidations, street closures, park closures, premier consents, lifting of restrictive deed conditions, amendments of general township plans, extension of township boundaries and township establishments

Litigation Management Services

• Manage and ensure the management of litigation against the City and its Municipal Entities (MEs) in respect of the functional area and in the best interest of the City. Prepare, monitor and control the annual litigation costs budget.
• Manage the representation of the City before various statutory forums and tribunals, such as the Public Protector, the Human Rights Commission etc.
• Manage and oversee responses to the Auditor General.
• Present and report to various council structures on the management of litigation in the Group

Contract Support Services

• Development and implementation of a Contract Management Framework for the Group.
• Manage and oversee contracts entered into by and between the City / MEs and third parties are administered and monitored.
• Manage and ensure contract support and legal assistance to the Supply Chain Management Department and other departments in procurement-related matters.
• Manage and ensure contract and legal support and advice to procurement committees such as Bid Specification Committees, Bid Evaluation Committees, the Central Acquisition Committee, the Executive Adjudication Committee and the Accounting officer in procurement-related matters.
• Manage and ensure that procurement within the City complies with the relevant legislation and policies when providing contract and legal support and advice.
• Manage and ensure the provision of a Panel for Legal Professional Services for the Group.

Legal Advocacy Services

• Manage and coordinate By-Laws.
• Oversee and manage the development, drafting and amendment of by-laws for the municipality,
• Manage and oversee the provision of comments on new bills and legislation.
• Developing and managing the Systems of Delegations for the City (Executive and Administration).

General

• To provide general contract support and legal advisory services to Political leaders, Heads of Departments, committees or any meeting where contract support and legal advisory services is required.
• Perform other duties assigned as required within the Group Legal & Contracts Department

Organising

• Manage and ensure effective and efficient Departmental, Directorate and sub-directorate functions, processes, procedures, systems and policies.
• Manage and oversee the Recruitment, Selection & Placement process for sourcing of suitably qualified litigation specialists / legal advisors and support staff for the Directorate and sub-directorate.
• Ensure effective and efficient Procurement Management in line with Supply Chain Management processes, legislative, regulatory and policy framework

Leading and Directing

• Provide sound leadership for the achievement of the Directorate and subsub-directorate's objectives.
• Manage the provision of expert advice and support to the Department's management in areas such as litigation management, operations, finance, human resources and strategy in as far as litigation management and legal advisory services are required.
• Manage and facilitate communication and collaboration between different directorates, sub-directorate's and levels of management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage projects and initiatives to drive change and improvements within the Directorate and sub-directorates.
• Manage and facilitate business analysis and recommend improvements to enhance the Directorate and sub-directorate's efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices to provide innovative solutions and recommendations to the Department's Management

Monitoring, Controlling and Reporting

• Manage and implement good governance and effective risk management systems.
• Manage and ensure effective control of the Directorate and sub-directorate's Human Resources.
• Manage and ensure effective Directorate and sub-directorate's Financial Resource control.
• Manage and ensure effective Directorate and sub-directorate's Asset Management and Control.
• Monitor and report on the progress and impact of the Department's Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in relation to Contract Support and Legal Advisory Services

Administration

• Manage specific administrative and logistical requirements associated with the Department, Directorate and sub-directorate's operations