GAUTENG GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (GGDA) CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: SENIOR MANAGER: GROUP LEGAL ADVISORY FOR GAUTENG GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (GGDA) (5 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT WITH THREE MONTHS’ PROBATION, GRADE D5, SALARY R943 481.65 TOTAL COST OF EMPLOYMENT)
The successful incumbent will be reporting to the Group Executive: Legal Advisory Services and Company Secretary he/she will be expected to execute the following tasks: Job purpose • To effectively manage legal risk for GGDA which include but not limited to, contractual, litigation, reputation and intellectual property risk. Provide sound advice on all legal, legislative compliance, interpretation of legal decisions and management of litigation. Responsibilities • Draft and manage contracts. • Manage litigation in the magistrates, labour and high courts. • Analyse regulatory, commercial and contractual documentation for legal implications. • Monitor and comment on legislation. • Represent GGDA in forums where legal representation is required. • Monitor the legal requirements of GGDA’s contractual obligations. • Monitor and establish a culture that contributes to the overall objective of prudent financial risk management by GGDA. • Stakeholder Relationship Management through providing legal advice to the management, Boards and subcommittees of GGDA and advise the executive management on legal matters relating to GGDA rights, obligations and privileges. • Examine and analyse regulatory, litigation and contractual risks of GGDA. • Ensure compliance with best practices by GGDA regarding legal risk management. • Liaise with and advise the executive management and stakeholders of any changes in legal compliance. • Perform consultative and advisory work pertaining to legal and commercial processes to protect the rights, privileges and obligation of GGDA. • Provide input in the development of internal control policies, processes and procedures in line with any relevant legislation and best practices. • Ensure that compliance requirements have been built into policies and procedures of GGDA and into the manuals of GGDA where appropriate. • Develop standardized legal processes and standards across GGDA and its subsidiaries. • Establish effective control and coordination mechanisms for all operations and activities of the division and take reasonable steps to ensure the integrity of the internal control and management information systems. • Ensure that all operations and activities of the division are conducted in accordance with the PFMA, relevant regulations, the GGDA’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, sound business practices, and the other policies and practices approved by the Board. • Foster a high-performance corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and encourages individual integrity, accountability, and social responsibility. • Facilitate resource availability through effective procurement processes. • Comply with organisation and divisional reporting requirements. As minimum applicants, should have the following requirements: LLB Degree, or equivalent qualification in Law and admitted as Attorney or Advocate • 5 years’ experience in Legal Services at management level. • 5 years post articles experience or post pupilage. • Knowledge of Corporate Law and relevant legislation. • Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act and other relevant legislation. • A very good understanding of the relationships between GGDA and its shareholder and strategic external stakeholders. • Policy formulation. • Contract law and related background Preference will be given to people with disabilities, women and previously disadvantaged individuals to promote Employment Equity within the group The closing date for applications is 02 December 2019 12h00 Midday and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Enquiries and submissions should be addressed to recruitment@ggda.co.za
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