Full-Time Legal Advisor | Capital Edge Recruitment
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Capital Edge Recruitment Vacancies – Legal Advisor
Job Type: Full Time Job
Company: Capital Edge Recruitment
Job Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Legal Advisor Opportunity in Cape Town
Capital Edge Recruitment is currently partnering with a prominent financial services firm to appoint an experienced Legal Advisor to their in-house Group Legal team in Cape Town, Western Cape. This is a vital role for a candidate who brings a solid background in asset management and a high level of proficiency in commercial contract drafting.
Key Responsibilities
As a Legal Advisor, you will play a central role in protecting the firm’s interests and ensuring operational compliance. Your primary responsibilities will include:
- Drafting and reviewing a wide range of commercial agreements, including service level agreements, distribution contracts, institutional client agreements (such as Portfolio Management Agreements), and third-party service provider contracts.
- Providing expert legal input and opinions throughout complex contract negotiations.
- Advising management, internal teams, and clients on general legal and regulatory matters.
- Supporting the Investment Team by providing guidance on corporate actions, the Companies Act, and JSE Listings Requirements.
- Assisting with regulatory lobbying efforts and preparing comments on draft legislation.
- Advising on the intricacies of client mandates and permissible investments.
- Providing essential support for company secretarial functions and general legal department administration.
Requirements and Qualifications
To be considered for this position, you must be a qualified professional with a track record of success in the financial sector. We are looking for the following:
- An LLB degree (or equivalent) supplemented by a postgraduate law qualification.
- Must be a fully admitted attorney.
- Between 3 to 5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
- Solid, hands-on experience within the financial services industry, ideally with a specific focus on asset management.
- Proven ability to draft complex financial services-related agreements.
- A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant financial services legislation.
- Strong research capabilities and exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- A well-organized, deadline-driven approach with the ability to manage your workload independently.
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