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OntraCommercial Lawyer
May. 2024South AfricaNegotiating, drafting and reviewing non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and Non-reliance Agreements for Private Capital Investment Firms (primarily based in Europe) ensuring client business interests are protected. - Providing legal advice to said clients on a case-by-case basis and collaborating with legal and non-legal teams. - Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations and guidelines for the country of practice. - Strong time management skills for set turnaround times on documents, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively in a faced paced environment with little to no supervision.
Kulu LawFounder, Attorney, Legal Consultant
Jan. 2024Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
LRMGGroup Legal Advisor
Apr. 2020 - Dec. 2023Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa- Established and managed: the company's legal department, providing comprehensive legal support and risk mitigation across all operations, and facilitating future company growth. - Debt Recovery: Implemented effective strategies for recovering outstanding debts from clients and past clients, minimizing financial losses, improving cash flow and fostering company awareness. - Risk Management and Advisory: Proactively identified legal risks across the group's activities, advising senior management (MANCO) and EXCO on risk mitigation strategies and ensuring regulatory compliance. - Contract Management: Drafted, negotiated, and reviewed a wide range of commercial contracts, including: i) Labor/HR Agreements ii) Intellectual Property & Data Privacy Agreements iii) Property Leases & Licenses iv) Collaborated with external counsel on complex legal matters. - Compliance & Governance: Established and maintained a comprehensive legal framework for the company, ensuring adherence to all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements. Oversaw corporate secretarial functions, ensuring proper governance practices. - Project Management: Spearheaded legal projects designed to drive continuous improvement in legal processes and risk management practices. - Reporting & Communication: Regularly reported on legal matters to EXCO and MANCO, providing clear and concise analysis of legal risks and opportunities. - Additional Responsibilities included amongst others: i) Liaised with internal stakeholders across all departments to understand legal implications of business activities. ii) Conducted legal research and analysis to support decision-making. iii) Stayed abreast of relevant legislative changes and industry best practices. iv) Maintained strong relationships with external legal counsel, ensuring efficient and cost-effective legal representation when required Support role for mergers and acquisitions & performing legal due diligences enabling new acquisitions to run smoothly.
City of Cape TownLegal Specialist: Contract Management - Transport
Oct. 2018 - Mar. 2020Cape Town Area, South AfricaBroad Legal Expertise and Project Management - Manage stakeholder agreements, external service providers, and contracts (drafting, vetting, negotiation) - Oversee compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulations. - Develops and implements control measures and SOP manuals. - Conducts audits and reviews legal matters. - Liaise with government agencies and external parties. - Stay current on legislation and conduct research. - Manages high-profile contracts and business relationships. - Ensures compliance with financial regulations (MFMA & PFMA) - Handle a variety of legal matters including: - Civil litigation (general & specialized) - Mediation, Arbitration & Force Majeure - Lease Agreements - Purchase & Sale Agreements - Surety, Cession & Pledges - Court Rules & Processes (High Court) Additionally, understand and apply: - Specialised Law of Contracts - Specific Municipal By-Laws (Transportation & Road) - Governmental and Organs of State Act(s) - Public Transportation Act
Lowe & Petersen Attorneys Inc.Professional Assistant / Practising Attorney
Sep. 2017 - Oct. 2018Cape Town Area, South Africa- Personal Injury Law, Third Party Compensation Law and civil litigation - Administrative duties - Drafting of legal letters, pleadings, and other legal documents - Trial preparations, counsel briefing and court attendances. - Legal research and investigations - Consultations
Mellows & de Swardt Inc.Professional Assistant / Practising Attorney
Jun. 2016 - Jul. 2016Bloubergstrand- Similar to role at Lowe & Petersen Attorneys
Mellows & de Swardt Inc.Candidate Attorney
Sep. 2015 - May. 2016Bloubergstrand- Similar to role at Lowe & Petersen Attorneys
Barclays Africa Group LimitedLegal Administrator / Financial Remediation & Compliance Analyst
Jun. 2014 - Aug. 2015Cape Town, Western CapeCompliance and Risk Management - Auditing & remediating client portfolios for compliance & ensuring regulatory compliance. - Conducting enhanced due diligence (high-risk profiles) - Comprehensive understanding of company documents (resolutions, trusts, shareholding, financials) - Escalating potential risks (fraud, money laundering, non-compliance, sanctions) Project Management and Team Leadership - Cooperativeness and meticulous attention to detail - Innovation and implementation of new business practices - Maintaining strict confidentiality and privacy - Meeting tight deadlines and achieving targets Comprehensive understanding and application of: - FICA & AML Policies, incl. SARB regulations - Banking Laws & Regulations (Financial Services Industry) - Relevant Commercial Legislation - Privacy and Data Protection Laws
Brink de Beer & Potgieter Inc.Candidate Attorney
Feb. 2013 - Aug. 2013Cape Town Area, South Africa- Third Party Compensation Law & civil litigation - Similar to role at Lowe & Petersen Attorneys
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