Legal Advisor

apartmentThe Recruitment Council placeClaremont calendar_month 
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

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