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Legal Counsel M/F Jobs in Sandton, South Africa at CFAO
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We have an exciting and challenging opportunity for an experienced Legal Counsel to join CFAO Holdings South Africa.
This is a locally based permanent contract in Johannesburg, South Africa.
This position will provide comprehensive legal support to the Head of Legal and general legal advice to Group subsidiaries, with a key focus on document and database management, assistance with legal audits, contract vetting and drafting, and general corporate governance support.
Required profile :
Experiential and
Educational Requirements:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform day-to-day contract vetting for any Group entity or subsidiary; assist in drafting and expanding the legal database with standard agreements; review and update existing contracts and advise Group entities on recommended changes; and work with the Head of Legal to identify key legal risks and inform legal strategy
Assist with legal audits and risk assessments to establish compliance; identify risks and work with the Head of Legal to mitigate them; research relevant legal and compliance issues; and co-ordinate or provide necessary legal training, including developing training materials and loading modules onto the e-learning platform
Prepare, circulate and track documents and executions (including resignation and consent letters for new directors) and obtain signatures; co-ordinate necessary filings; accurately maintain statutory records (Register of Members, Register of Directors, etc.); prepare minutes and assist with drafting resolutions; assist with regulatory submissions and annual returns; and co-ordinate monthly company secretarial meetings and assist with the preparation and distribution of board packs.
File and upload original contracts and documents to the document management system (including lease agreements, property title deeds, OEM/dealership agreements, surety agreements, licences and permits); update the system with new information to ensure all records are current, accurate, complete and readily accessible; and ensure hard and soft copy files are properly maintained and diary task lists are monitored and cleared on a timely basis.
Participate in shaping business activities and processes in line with emerging legal opportunities and risks, and participate in or lead relevant legal projects as required
Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve shared goals; act in a manner consistent with CFAO’s values and sound ethical practices; continuously drive own professional development; and engage constructively with performance feedback.
Title: Legal Counsel M/F
Company: CFAO
Location: Sandton, South Africa
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