Legal Administrator wanted immediately: APPLY NOW

Houghton Estate, Gauteng
Permanent

JOB TITLE

LEGAL ADMINISTRATOR

DIVISION

COMPLIANCE

PURPOSE

To ensure that business functions within the Legal and Compliance frameworks

To provide legal input, coordination and administrative support with regards to Indwe’s Legal and Compliance Framework

CONTEXT

(External/ Internal factors which influence the work environment, taking into account future conditions and strategic requirements.)

o STIA, PPR, FAIS, TCF, FICA, & POPI, any and all Market Conduct Regulations

o B-BBEE regulations, in particular, FSC Codes

o Regulatory Financial Bodies (IFRS, KING IV)

o South African Regulatory framework of insurance/brokerage industry

o Competitive environment

o Customer Focus

o Service Excellence

o Target driven environment

CUSTOMERS

(Customers to whom the service is rendered/impacted upon.)

Suppliers
Regulatory Bodies
Group Internal customers
Shareholders
Professional Bodies & Regulators (FSCA, FSC, FIC & POPI)
Board Members
Legal firm

VALUES

All Indwe employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner commensurate with the Indwe values.

Innovative
Actively seeking continuous Improvement

Nurturing To care for our clients with Empathy

Driven
Proving the best solutions to our customers

Willing To learn, grow and embrace diversity

Eager To take responsibility and use initiative

NUMBER OF SUBORDINATES

None

REPORTING LINE

(Immediate manager)

SENIOR MANAGER: RISK & COMPLIANCE

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

LLB or BComm (majoring in Risk Management) or working towards completion
FAIS Regulatory Exam (RE5) (advantageous)
FAIS Credits at NQF Level 5 (advantageous)
Practical Legal Training (preferred)

EXPERIENCE

2 years of compliance, legal and/or risk management experience
2 years legal apprenticeship or article period (or working towards)
Attorney admission examination (or working towards)
Good Command of the English language
Good reading, writing, and verbal skills of the English language
Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe and PowerPoint)

COMPETENCIES

SKILLS

Business Acumen
Computer Literacy (MS Packages)
Communication
Legal writing skills
Planning and organizing
Time management
Analytical Skills and Problem Solving
Attention to detail
Interpretation
Influencing and Negotiation
Presentation
Decision making
Change Management
Business Insight
Monitoring
Building Relationships

KNOWLEDGE

Corporate Law Fundamentals
Corporate Governance Fundamentals
Relevant Legislation
Continuous Professional Development

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Verbal & Written Communication
Assertiveness
Confidentiality
Honesty & trustworthiness
Interpersonal effectiveness
Service excellence
Ability to effectively adapt to change
Accuracy
Self-motivated
Self-confidence, visibility, and impact
Resilience
Excellence Orientation
Drive
Enthusiastic
Flexibility
Sound Work Ethic
Result oriented / Deadline orientated
Professionalism
Ability to work under pressure
Work according to set policies and procedures

Key Performance Area

Key Performance Outputs

Risk Management

Monitor internal controls to ensure compliance with relevant legislation
· Improve and maintain regulatory compliance

· Manage annual renewals, memberships etc (i.e. IGF, Chambers, COID, UIF etc)

· Manage the collation of relevant tender documents for business as required

· Regular research, and reporting of regulatory changes affecting the business

Contracts and Vendor Management

Manage all lease and rental agreements for premises and equipment
Drafting, vetting and finalizing of new business contracts according to set standards and negotiations
Ensure Service Level Agreements are in place in respect of Agencies, Payroll, Insurers, Partners, Suppliers, and Business in general
Where applicable, liaise with the relevant stakeholder and monitor service levels and report corrective action
Monitor potential risk and exposure to contractual obligations and agreements
Maintain the contractual database (filing and systems)
Ensure that contractual terms and conditions with suppliers are in line with the business strategy, and report on any irregularities – vetting of all business contracts
Take ownership of contractual agreements and ensure accuracy of terms and conditions
Corporate Governance

Monitor compliance to relevant legislation, charters, and codes of good practice (Companies Act, Insurance Act, FAIS, TCF, PPR, FSC, GAAP & IFRS, Tax, etc. according to internal set guidelines)
Report and provide recommendations and advice to the business regarding contractual and legal matters
Assist with drafting and vetting of compliance and risk management company policies and charters, submit to board members for approval; ensure annual revision of approved policies
Submit regular reporting to Exco, Board and FAR on related matters
Stakeholder Relationship Management

Build and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders
Brand ambassador – Ensure that the Indwe brand is positioned positively in the market
Maintain & monitor relevant service level agreements (internal and external)

Job Type: Permanent

Experience: Administrative office procedures, practices, and equipment: 1 year (Preferred)

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