Job Title: Junior Legal Counsel (Engineering)
Company:AtripleA Recruitment & Temps
Job description: Job Summary Junior Legal Counsel (Engineering)Location: Woodmead, South AfricaSalary: R 300 000 to R 360 000 p.aOur 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 toATripleA Recruitment and Tempswww.aaaa.co.zaAtripleA recruitment & tempsRecruiter
Expected salary: R300000 – 360000 per year
Location: South Africa
Job date: Tue, 08 Oct 2024 22:33:54 GMT
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