Junior Legal Advisor Western Cape

Momentum Metropolitan Holdings Limited is actively recruiting for a Junior Legal Advisor position in Western Cape. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Law / Legal sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 3 years • Educational Background: LLB Degree or equivalent • Industry Focus: Law / Legal • Location Preference: in Western Cape

Legal professionals like Junior Legal Advisor ensure justice and compliance. This role is essential for organizational and societal legal frameworks.

This role in Law / Legal offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

When applying for this Junior Legal Advisor position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 3 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with LLB Degree • Specific achievements in the Law / Legal field • Any certifications or specialized training

The Law / Legal sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Role Purpose    

To provide sound, practical and commercially relevant legal advisory services to the business, ensuring that legal risks are appropriately identified, managed and mitigated in support of the organisation’s strategic and operational objectives within the life insurance environment.

Requirements    

LLB Degree Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa At least 3 years legal experience Exposure to financial services advantageous Higher Diploma in Financial Planning advantageous

South African insurance and financial services legislation Contract law Privacy law Payment systems and regulation Retirement legislation Basic litigation management principles

Duties & Responsibilities    

Legal Advice Practically interpret legislation, regulatory requirements and internal policies. Provide legal advice and guidance to business units across the organisation. Assess the impact and risk of changes in the regulatory and operating environment and communicate and report such impacts and risks to the business. Partner with business to ensure an understanding of the legal implications of business decisions and operational processes. Create and maintain a record of advice given in accordance with Metropolitan requirements.

Contract Drafting and Review

Draft and review such contracts as are required by the business. Ensure contracts adequately protect the organisation’s legal and commercial interests. Update standard contract templates and playbooks for changes in the legal and regulatory environment. Maintain accurate and up to date contract records.

Regulatory Support

Interpret and implement applicable regulation. Assist with, draft and finalise responses to regulatory queries and requests. Monitor legislative developments and provide updates to the business. Prepare for, attend and actively participate in regulatory update meetings.

Legal Risk Management

Identify legal risks and recommend practical mitigation measures. Escalate material legal risks appropriately. Support the maintenance of effective legal governance processes and controls.

Dispute and Litigation Support

Manage dispute, litigation and external legal service providers. Prepare documentation in support of disputes and litigation. Manage dispute and litigation timelines and legal spend.

Governance and Reporting

Maintain accurate legal records and document management practices. Prepare reports, legal summaries and updates as required. Actively contribute to governance forums as required.

Competencies    

Research skills Communication skills Analytical skills Drafting skills Information management skills Litigation skills IT skills AI skills Risk Management skills

Professional judgement Accountability Collaboration Client service orientation Resilience and adaptability Ethical conduct Learning ability Decision-Making The role exercises independent professional judgement and operates with a low degree of autonomy in managing legal matters. The incumbent is responsible for handling routine legal, regulatory and commercial matters and escalating matters involving material legal, commercial or regulatory risk.

Closing Date    

2026/08/19