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Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs Join to apply for the Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs role at Executive Placements.com - The JOB Portal Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs Join to apply for the Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs role at Executive Placements.com - The JOB Portal Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. SUMMARY:A prestigious multinational company is seeking a hands-on, commercially minded, and versatile generalist to step into the role of Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs. This role requires a leader who can take charge of key legal, compliance, and public affairs functions, ensuring strategic alignment and risk management across the organisation. Recruiter:Place TalentJob Ref:JHB000351/CBDate posted:Tuesday, July 1, 2025Location:Johannesburg, South AfricaSUMMARY:A prestigious multinational company is seeking a hands-on, commercially minded, and versatile generalist to step into the role of Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs. This role requires a leader who can take charge of key legal, compliance, and public affairs functions, ensuring strategic alignment and risk management across the organisation.POSITION INFO:Education:Relevant legal qualification (e.g., Bachelor of Laws) Completion of articles and board examinations Admitted as an attorney or advocate Ongoing legal training and updates from law firms and corporate lawyers’ associations Skills/Experience required:10+ years of relevant experience as a practicing legal counsel. At least 5 years in a senior role, leading a team of legal counsels. Understanding of the South African property sector and its legislation Awareness of commercial impacts on business operations Job Description:Legal Leadership: Oversee company’s legal function, ensuring risk mitigation and alignment with business strategy. Contract Management: Negotiate, draft, review, and enforce contracts; manage the contract repository and approval processes. Dispute Resolution: Develop strategies to prevent and resolve legal disputes efficiently, guiding business units on solutions. Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to South African and international regulations (e.g., FCPA, OFAC), manage statutory requirements, and provide company secretarial support. Risk & Reporting: Oversee compliance reporting, governance, and REIT obligations while staying updated on legislative changes. HSEQ & Facilities: Manage health, safety, environmental, and quality (HSEQ) functions, including office management and regulatory compliance. Mergers & Acquisitions Support: Assist the Regional M&A team with due diligence and legal implementation of acquisitions. Stakeholder Management & Public Affairs: Manage external stakeholders, influence policies, communicate sustainability objectives, and implement public affairs strategies. Handle media relations and mitigate reputational risks. Financial Management: Manage the legal budget, oversee debt collection, and enforce contractual obligations. People Management: Inspire and lead the team, oversee recruitment and development, ensure performance management, promote a culture of learning, and drive staff engagement. Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion, and ensure fair recognition and reward. Please apply directly, by clicking on the apply button or visit for more exciting opportunities.If you have not had any response in one week, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your CV will be kept on file for any further suitable positions.Seniority level Seniority level Executive Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Legal Industries Advertising Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Executive Placements.com - The JOB Portal by 2x Get notified about new Head of Legal Compliance jobs in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa . Executive Head: Group Public Policy & Regulatory Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 2 days ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 2 days ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 1 week ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 3 days ago Bryanston, Gauteng, South Africa 2 days ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 3 days ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 6 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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AtSouth32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focuson responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuinedifference.Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed.So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT JOHANNESBURG:

Our Johannesburg office based in Melrose Arch serves as the company`s Functional Hub for the Southern African Operations which include Global Services, Technology and Enterprise Resource Planning Support Teams.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER:

Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.

South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As a Manager Government Relations, you will be responsible to provide insight, advice and counsel to the Senior Manager External Affairs and broader South32 leadership regarding South African National and Provincial Government related and externally driven business/reputational issues.

•lead and manage South32’s engagement with South African National and Provincial Government stakeholders; •represent South32 in senior-level engagement with relevant South African political and public policy stakeholders; •Protect and improve South32’s reputation through pro-active, relationship-based engagement with relevant political and government stakeholders.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

•Undertake and support government stakeholder mapping and analysis; support, develop and implement South African Government stakeholder engagement strategies and plans; •Establish and maintain effective relationships with South African senior government officials and other agencies of government; •Support ex-South Africa government interactions with a South African government dependency; •Analyse South African Government public policy developments and relevant government(s) legislative direction and provide strategic insights and counsel to internal stakeholders; •Work closely with relevant internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate identification and mapping of business-critical issues with relevance to South African Government; •Collaborate with relevant external stakeholders on industry-wide concerns and support South32’s representation on key industry associations.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

•Significant experience in a similar role in a large, complex business preferably in mining; •Senior experience in developing and managing engagement with government stakeholders; •10+ years’ experience in government or managing government relationships.

Qualifications for this role are:

•Degree in social sciences, international relations or relevant discipline .

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website

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Manager Government Relations - Johannesburg

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

DISCOVER ABRIGHTERFUTURE:

AtSouth32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focuson responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuinedifference.Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed.So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT JOHANNESBURG:

Our Johannesburg office based in Melrose Arch serves as the company`s Functional Hub for the Southern African Operations which include Global Services, Technology and Enterprise Resource Planning Support Teams.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER:

Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.

South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As a Manager Government Relations, you will be responsible to provide insight, advice and counsel to the Senior Manager External Affairs and broader South32 leadership regarding South African National and Provincial Government related and externally driven business/reputational issues.

•lead and manage South32’s engagement with South African National and Provincial Government stakeholders;

•represent South32 in senior-level engagement with relevant South African political and public policy stakeholders;

•Protect and improve South32’s reputation through pro-active, relationship-based engagement with relevant political and government stakeholders.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

•Undertake and support government stakeholder mapping and analysis; support, develop and implement South African Government stakeholder engagement strategies and plans;

•Establish and maintain effective relationships with South African senior government officials and other agencies of government;

•Support ex-South Africa government interactions with a South African government dependency;

•Analyse South African Government public policy developments and relevant government(s) legislative direction and provide strategic insights and counsel to internal stakeholders;

•Work closely with relevant internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate identification and mapping of business-critical issues with relevance to South African Government;

•Collaborate with relevant external stakeholders on industry-wide concerns and support South32’s representation on key industry associations.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

•Significant experience in a similar role in a large, complex business preferably in mining;

•Senior experience in developing and managing engagement with government stakeholders;

•10+ years’ experience in government or managing government relationships.

Qualifications for this role are:

•Degree in social sciences, international relations or relevant discipline .

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This advertisement will close on 04 September 2025

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Manager Government Relations - Johannesburg

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

DISCOVER ABRIGHTERFUTURE:

AtSouth32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focuson responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuinedifference.Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed.So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT JOHANNESBURG:

Our Johannesburg office based in Melrose Arch serves as the company`s Functional Hub for the Southern African Operations which include Global Services, Technology and Enterprise Resource Planning Support Teams.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER:

Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.

South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As a Manager Government Relations, you will be responsible to provide insight, advice and counsel to the Senior Manager External Affairs and broader South32 leadership regarding South African National and Provincial Government related and externally driven business/reputational issues.

•lead and manage South32’s engagement with South African National and Provincial Government stakeholders;

•represent South32 in senior-level engagement with relevant South African political and public policy stakeholders;

•Protect and improve South32’s reputation through pro-active, relationship-based engagement with relevant political and government stakeholders.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

•Undertake and support government stakeholder mapping and analysis; support, develop and implement South African Government stakeholder engagement strategies and plans;

•Establish and maintain effective relationships with South African senior government officials and other agencies of government;

•Support ex-South Africa government interactions with a South African government dependency;

•Analyse South African Government public policy developments and relevant government(s) legislative direction and provide strategic insights and counsel to internal stakeholders;

•Work closely with relevant internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate identification and mapping of business-critical issues with relevance to South African Government;

•Collaborate with relevant external stakeholders on industry-wide concerns and support South32’s representation on key industry associations.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

•Significant experience in a similar role in a large, complex business preferably in mining;

•Senior experience in developing and managing engagement with government stakeholders;

•10+ years’ experience in government or managing government relationships.

Qualifications for this role are:

•Degree in social sciences, international relations or relevant discipline .

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This advertisement will close on 04 September 2025

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Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert Manager Government Relations - Johannesburg Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd. DISCOVER ABRIGHTERFUTURE: At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focuson responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world. As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuinedifference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives. Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy. ABOUT JOHANNESBURG: Our Johannesburg office based in Melrose Arch serves as the company`s Functional Hub for the Southern African Operations which include Global Services, Technology and Enterprise Resource Planning Support Teams. WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER: Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business. Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund. South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees. ABOUT THE ROLE: This role is a permanent full-time position. As a Manager Government Relations, you will be responsible to provide insight, advice and counsel to the Senior Manager External Affairs and broader South32 leadership regarding South African National and Provincial Government related and externally driven business/reputational issues. •lead and manage South32’s engagement with South African National and Provincial Government stakeholders; •represent South32 in senior-level engagement with relevant South African political and public policy stakeholders; •Protect and improve South32’s reputation through pro-active, relationship-based engagement with relevant political and government stakeholders. Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to: •Undertake and support government stakeholder mapping and analysis; support, develop and implement South African Government stakeholder engagement strategies and plans; •Establish and maintain effective relationships with South African senior government officials and other agencies of government; •Support ex-South Africa government interactions with a South African government dependency; •Analyse South African Government public policy developments and relevant government(s) legislative direction and provide strategic insights and counsel to internal stakeholders; •Work closely with relevant internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate identification and mapping of business-critical issues with relevance to South African Government; •Collaborate with relevant external stakeholders on industry-wide concerns and support South32’s representation on key industry associations. ABOUT YOU: You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: •Significant experience in a similar role in a large, complex business preferably in mining; •Senior experience in developing and managing engagement with government stakeholders; •10+ years’ experience in government or managing government relationships. Qualifications for this role are: •Degree in social sciences, international relations or relevant discipline. South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. This advertisement will close on 04 September 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert Manager Government Relations - Johannesburg Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd. DISCOVER ABRIGHTERFUTURE: At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focuson responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world. As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuinedifference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives. Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy. ABOUT JOHANNESBURG: Our Johannesburg office based in Melrose Arch serves as the company`s Functional Hub for the Southern African Operations which include Global Services, Technology and Enterprise Resource Planning Support Teams. WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER: Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business. Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund. South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees. ABOUT THE ROLE: This role is a permanent full-time position. As a Manager Government Relations, you will be responsible to provide insight, advice and counsel to the Senior Manager External Affairs and broader South32 leadership regarding South African National and Provincial Government related and externally driven business/reputational issues. •lead and manage South32’s engagement with South African National and Provincial Government stakeholders; •represent South32 in senior-level engagement with relevant South African political and public policy stakeholders; •Protect and improve South32’s reputation through pro-active, relationship-based engagement with relevant political and government stakeholders. Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to: •Undertake and support government stakeholder mapping and analysis; support, develop and implement South African Government stakeholder engagement strategies and plans; •Establish and maintain effective relationships with South African senior government officials and other agencies of government; •Support ex-South Africa government interactions with a South African government dependency; •Analyse South African Government public policy developments and relevant government(s) legislative direction and provide strategic insights and counsel to internal stakeholders; •Work closely with relevant internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate identification and mapping of business-critical issues with relevance to South African Government; •Collaborate with relevant external stakeholders on industry-wide concerns and support South32’s representation on key industry associations. ABOUT YOU: You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: •Significant experience in a similar role in a large, complex business preferably in mining; •Senior experience in developing and managing engagement with government stakeholders; •10+ years’ experience in government or managing government relationships. Qualifications for this role are: •Degree in social sciences, international relations or relevant discipline. South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. This advertisement will close on 04 September 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr