137 Rights Advisor jobs in South Africa

Part of the Group’s position in the field of the renewable energies and its commitment to control global warming, TotalEnergies Renewables International business is materialized by the emergence of an important number of commercial, technical and industrial large scale projects worldwide.

Under the supervision of the Legal Manager TotalEnergies Renewables, your main responsibilities will be to:

• Anticipate the risks and legal needs, alert, advise and propose appropriate solutions;
• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of forms of agreements (confidentiality agreements, letters of intent; memorandum of understanding , term sheets, partnership agreements; joint development agreement, shareholders agreements, EPC contracts, O&M agreements; land agreements, acquisition and sale of assets, share purchase agreements, project finance agreements, etc.);
• Assist the business development team to prepare legal documentation for the response to calls for tenders for renewable projects and follow the legal aspects of such projects once awarded, including working with internal and external stakeholders on various legal aspects;
• Support the business development, project development, construction and asset management teams on contract and legal matters;
• Analyze and interpret new regulations guiding the Renewable Energy Industry within SA;
• Support the Legal Manager with the coordination and supervision of workstreams with appointed local country panel of external law firms in accordance with TotalEnergies group policies;
• Exercise contractual and legal due diligence pertaining to claims and litigation in liaison with the Legal Manager;
• Assist the Legal Manager with legal and contractual reporting requirements;
• Company secretarial and general administrative support;
• Contribute to the development of training and guidelines to the operational teams;
• Maintain electronics contractual and legal database/s;
• Ensure compliance with Group corporate policies applicable within your field of responsibility;
• Implement a culture of compliance and integrity; and
• Any other duties as assigned by the line manager.

LLB or BCom Law with further studies in business.

Minimum 5 to 6 years’ experience in private practice or inhouse legal advisor with strong knowledge of the South African IPP Power and Renewable projects.

Experience within commercial and finance department within a multinational company is desirable.

Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work and work effectively under pressure to deliver under short timeframes.

Pragmatic, solution oriented, you will have to be well organized, must be able to adapt quickly to the changes in the projects environment and to various complex.

Strong interpersonal skills are required as you will frequently collaborate with various third parties as well as with peers in other teams across the TotalEnergies Group.

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

The key purpose of this role is to provide professional financial services to a client or a member.

The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing, retaining, and growing a membership and client base for eligible professionals by implementing PPS financial solutions in line with the client's needs.

This is a commission-based role of holistic financial planning, advice, and sales in risk insurance (ideally 70% focus), savings and investments, as well as wills, tax, and estate planning.

The ideal candidate is an experienced and target-driven financial planner, a graduate themselves familiar with servicing the degreed professional market holding 4-year or higher qualifications that is PPS' niche market.

It is a role of own lead generation. We have a competitive risk commission structure with a commission split on a range of 55% to %.

• Commercially astute with a solid background in Conveyancing and Bond processes?
• An Admitted Attorney?
• Have a passion for Property Management/Development?
• Seeking a new challenge in a fast-paced environment?

THEN THIS IS JUST THE ROLE FOR YOU!

Our client, a diversified Property development company, seeks your Legal experience and strong Commercial background.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB qualified).
• Minimum 3 to 5 years post article experience.
• Must be in a similar role of Legal Counsel in the Property sector, with strong drafting and negotiation skills.

Competencies:

• Willing to take instruction and guidance where appropriate.
• Demonstrated track record of being able to operate independently.
• Proactive, high attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Willing to travel when required throughout South Africa.

JOB PURPOSE: To assess, advise and mitigate the legal, commercial, reputational and regulatory risks and opportunities facing the organisation.

JOB OBJECTIVES

• To provide legal support to the group on labour law and company employment policies and procedures. This includes contractual agreements, recruitment, performance management, corporate transactions, disputes, grievances, and disciplinary matters.
• To serve as the legal partner to the Clicks property department by providing legal advice, drafting, and negotiating lease and other agreements in order to realise the best commercial outcome for Clicks whilst ensuring that its risk is mitigated and managed within an accepted level.
• To provide end-to-end support in the day-to-day commercial operations and assist in the achievement of strategic business objectives and mitigate legal and regulatory risk by drafting and vetting contracts and other commercial documents.
• Providing trade and non-trade dispute resolution support.
• Providing input on legal strategies to internal stakeholders for significant matters impacting the organisation.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to obtain relevant information to determine how a legal or operational matter is handled.
• Supporting the use and management of the group’s contract drafting and contract management system.
• Developing efficiencies and processes within the Legal Department (including supporting the rollout and continued management of the contract management system and preparing standard operating procedures) and broadly within the organisation (by identifying work methods to facilitate the efficient and effective conclusion of agreements, negotiations, and resolution of disputes with counterparties).
• Providing and facilitating training.

JOB RELATED KNOWLEDGE

• General understanding of South African law and how laws are made and enforced.
• Contract law.
• Company law.
• Property law.
• Understanding key retail commercial drivers for the industry and the regulatory landscape impacting the industry.
• General understanding of information technology (software licensing, master service agreements, and statements of work).

JOB RELATED SKILLS

• Legal drafting (advanced).
• Detail-oriented whilst remaining practical (advanced).
• Application of SA law (advanced).
• Drafting and comprehension skills (advanced).
• Ability to work independently and within a team (advanced).
• Ability to maintain strong levels of output under pressure (advanced).
• Ability to prioritise numerous competing tasks and meet deadlines (advanced).
• Ability to communicate well orally and in writing (advanced).
• Strong management, planning and organizational skills (advanced).
• Ability to negotiate with all stakeholders (advanced).
• Business acumen.
• An understanding of legal operations and technology.
• Understanding and application of the law in all the jurisdictions in which Clicks operates.

JOB EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years post-admission experience working in a law firm, at the Bar or at a top tier corporate.
• 6-8 years post-admission experience working at a top tier law firm, the Bar, or at a top tier, listed or multinational corporate.

EDUCATION

• Admitted attorney/advocate at the Bar.
• Relevant post-graduate qualification in law or business.

JOB RELATED COMPETENCIES

• Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations.
• Relating & Networking.
• Applying Expertise and Technology.
• Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking.
• Working with People.
• Learning and Researching.
• Persuading and Influencing.

This environment offers a driven attorney to join the in-house team in corporate finance. A very reputable organization that can offer you great financial rewards.

Your responsibilities would include assisting in general legal, compliance, and company secretarial duties, internally for a corporate finance entity.

• LLB
• Admitted Attorney
• Minimum 4 years post-articles experience with 2 years in-house in the financial services industry
• General corporate commercial background
• Masters degree in Corporate Law or Mercantile Law will be an advantage

R 8000 - R 11000 - Annually plus Bonus

Please apply online. If you have not had a response within two weeks, please deem your application as unsuccessful.

The above vacancy exists within the Legal Services department and reports to the Senior Legal Advisor. The purpose of this role is to provide legal services and support to the company, as well as play a support role to the Legal Services General Manager. The ideal candidate will be someone who has successfully completed an LLB degree, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience as well as minimum 2 years of post-articles experience.

• Supervise Copyright Infringement, dispute resolution and general litigation.
• Contract negotiation, drafting, vetting and management.
• Collections (Debtors Book and Tenants).
• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience, of which at least 2 years should have been in a senior or supervisory role.
• 2 years post articles litigation and commercial experience in a law firm and general contract work.
• 1 year compliance/risk management experience would be advantageous.
• Ability to manage stakeholders (attorneys, legal consultants, service providers etc.).
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.
• Ability to oversee and manage legal projects.
• Excellent computer skills (including word processing and spreadsheet packages).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of copyright law is preferable.
• Experience with employment law matters is preferable.

• Accuracy.
• Integrity.
• Self-confidence.
• Resilience.
• Problem solving ability.
• Goal setting ability.
• Professional knowledge.
• Action orientation.
• Time-Management.
• Analytical thinking ability.

Overview:
A senior Legal Advisor is needed to support a non-banking financial services group. The role involves legal compliance, risk mitigation, and strategic support across investment-related operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice across wealth management, asset management, insurance, and treasury.
• Support compliance and new business ventures.
• Draft and review contracts and client documentation.
• Represent the company in negotiations and industry associations.
• Liaise with external legal providers and regulators.

Requirements:

• LLB degree and admission as an attorney of the High Court.
• 8+ years post-qualification experience, with 6+ years in non-banking financial services.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and document management tools.

Role: Legal Advisor
Location: Claremont

A premier wealth management group, known for its holistic approach to financial planning, asset management, and fiduciary services, is seeking an experienced Legal Advisor to support its group of companies. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide high-level legal guidance across a diverse portfolio that includes wealth management, asset management, collective investment schemes, a linked long-term insurer, and treasury services.

Our client is looking for a legal professional with a commercial mindset, strong regulatory knowledge in non-banking financial services, and a passion for enabling sound business decision-making through legal insight.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive legal advice to various business units across the group
Support the Compliance team with legal interpretation and analysis
Advise on new business ventures and assist with the legal implementation of initiatives
Ensure legal compliance with relevant financial services legislation
Stay abreast of legal developments and proactively advise business leaders
Draft and review a wide range of contracts, including financial services agreements and general commercial documents
Draft and vet client documentation and correspondence
Liaise with and manage relationships with external legal counsel
Lead and support negotiations with external stakeholders and suppliers
Represent the group at ASISA committees and contribute to regulatory commentary on behalf of the firm

Requirements:

LLB degree and admission as an attorney of the High Court of South Africa
At least 8 years post-qualification legal experience, with 6+ years as a Legal Advisor in the non-banking financial services sector

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and Adobe
Expertise in financial services law and general commercial law
Advanced contract drafting and legal writing skills

Key Competencies:

Strategic business insight and the ability to align legal advice with commercial goals
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement abilities
High level of accountability and ethical conduct
Proven problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Excellent time management and prioritisation skills

We are seeking a highly experienced and qualified Legal Advisor to join a prominent group of companies specializing in non-banking financial services . This role is based in Cape Town .

About the Group:

The group encompasses a diverse range of entities, including various financial services providers, a retirement fund administrator, a collective investment scheme management company, a linked long-term insurer, and a treasury outsource company .

Key Responsibilities:

As a Legal Advisor, you will be responsible for:

• Providing legal support to various group companies and business units, such as wealth management, asset management, collective investment scheme management, linked long-term insurance, treasury solutions, and marketing .

• Offering legal support to the Compliance department .

• Advising on legal considerations for new business ventures and assisting with their legal implementation .

• Providing advice on compliance with relevant legislation .

• Proactively advising businesses on relevant legal developments .

• Delivering opinions on legal matters pertinent to the business .

• Drafting and vetting contracts, including those related to financial services and general commercial matters .

• Drafting and vetting client documentation and correspondence .

• Liaising with external legal service providers .

• Representing group companies in negotiations of contractual provisions with external suppliers .

• Representing the group at ASISA (Association for Savings & Investment South Africa) as needed, and contributing to commentary on proposed regulatory changes on behalf of the group or directly to regulatory bodies .

Qualifications and Experience:

• LLB degree; admitted as an attorney of the High Court .

• At least 8 years of post-qualification legal experience .

• A minimum of 6 years of experience as a legal advisor within non-banking financial services .

Computer Competency Requirements:

• Proficiency in Outlook packages, Microsoft Word, Adobe, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Teams .

Competencies and Personal Characteristics:

We are looking for a candidate with:

• Expertise in non-banking financial services law and general commercial law .

• Excellent writing and contract drafting skills .

• Strong accountability and business insight .

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills .

• High ethical behavior .

• Good time management .

• The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team