Permanent
Junior Legal Counsel (Engineering)
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About this role
Engineering - Other Engineering
South Africa
FULL TIME
R300 000,00 - R360 000,00 (PER MONTH)
Job Summary
Junior Legal Counsel (Engineering)
Location: Woodmead, South Africa
Salary: R 300 000 to R 360 000 p.a
Our client in the Construction and Engineering industry is looking for a Finance Administration Manager.
Key responsibilities
* Provision of general legal advice, drafting and vetting of contracts.
* Assess and advise on the potential impact of contracts the company is involved with i.e. Joint Venture / Consortium agreements, sub consultancy and subcontractor agreements, service agreements, lease agreements, contracts between clients and contractors administered by the Company, etc
* Ensure that RHDHV's legal risks in contracts are minimized.
* Review of contract terms and conditions to ensure that they comply with legislation and company policies.
* Drafting, analyses and negotiating contracts. A general understanding of the standard construction contracts will be advantageous eg. Fidic, Procsa, NEC, CESA etc.
* Assist internal teams in interpretation of contract terms and conditions and assist in the review of internal contract templates and associated administrative roll out processes.
* A good understanding of the South African Court System and litigation process. Eg. Bad debt collection.
* Provide litigation support with the representing attorneys to ensure that the Company is represented correctly and professionally.
* Assist with legal research as and when required and monthly reporting as required
* A good understanding of The Companies Act 2008 as well as King III and IV.
* Company Compliance and Company Secretary administrative knowledge is advantageous.
* Assist the Regional Legal Counsel in legal training and awareness of various teams within the African entity.
Requirements
* B degree in Law (LLB)
* Admitted Attorney of the High Court / Advocate is a prerequisite.
* 1-2 years post Admission required.
* Good understanding of Contract law and corporate governance and excellent proficiency in the English Language.
* Strong drafting skills with excellent attention to detail and risk awareness.
* Clear knowledge of the legislative and regulatory process in South Africa.
* Knowledge of Supply Chain Management and procurement rules of government sector clients in SA and current legislation in the built environment would be an advantage
* Strategic and independent thinker and solution driven & pro-active
* Team player and client centric and deadline driven & ability to deliver under pressure
Send your CV and latest pay slip to
ATripleA Recruitment and Temps
www.aaaa.co.za
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