Legal Services Manager (REF NO. HRM/23/24) at Lepelle Northern Water

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Law with a minimum of 8 years experience in legal environment of which 5 years’ experience must be at middle management level. Admission as an Attorney or Advocate and a valid driver’s license are prerequisite. 
• A postgraduate qualification in the legal field and registration with the relevant professional body will be an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Ability to communicate at different levels with good planning, organizing, report writing, analytical and research skills 
• Must be computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, SAP, etc.) 
• Must have the ability to work under pressure and under no supervision 
• Effective management skills Ability to work beyond normal working hours 
• Ability to take a hands-on approach, to advise, offer guidance and recommend practical and best practice solutions 
• Ability to solve problems 
• Decisiveness and integrity 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Time management skills 
• Organisational Skills 
• Objectivity and trustworthiness. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Reporting to the General Manager: Corporate Services, the incumbent will be responsible for:
•  Advising on a variety of legal issues and legal risks 
• Management and coordination of litigation by and against the LNW Draft, review, edit, interpret, and advise on contractual and legal document Oversee all contractual obligations pertaining to LNW 
• Research and report on the legal issues impacting LNW 
• Keep abreast with legislative changes that may affect the LNW 
• Provide legal opinion on Labour related matters and advice thereof 
• Serve as a liaison between LNW and external attorneys 
• Document and maintain legal files and issues 
• Prepare and provide the required documents for litigation to attorneys and monitor the progress thereof 
• Review, monitor and advise management on compliance with legislative requirements, organisational policies and contractual obligations 
• Represents the organisation at the CCMA as and when required 
• Provide training, awareness on matters pertaining to legislative compliance 
• Manages the budget of the legal unit 
• Compiles and submits legal report 
• Ensure compliance with all LNW policies, procedures and code of ethics.