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LEGAL, COMPLIANCE & COMPANY SECRETARIAL MANAGER - Cape Town (Durbanville) or JHB (Midrand)
LEGAL, COMPLIANCE & COMPANY SECRETARIAL MANAGER - Cape Town (Durbanville) or JHB (Midrand)HR Genie • Durbanville, South Africa
LEGAL, COMPLIANCE & COMPANY SECRETARIAL MANAGER - Cape Town (Durbanville) or JHB (Midrand)

LEGAL, COMPLIANCE & COMPANY SECRETARIAL MANAGER - Cape Town (Durbanville) or JHB (Midrand)

HR Genie • Durbanville, South Africa
4 days ago
Job description

LEGAL, COMPLIANCE & COMPANY SECRETARIAL MANAGER Cape Town (Durbanville) or JHB (Midrand)

12 MONTH CONTRACT - Start January 2026!

R400 000 R500 000 Per Annum Negotiable based on Qualification and Years of relevant experience

Our client in the Waste Management sector is seeking an experienced Legal, Compliance & Company Secretarial Manager to oversee legal affairs, drive compliance programmes, ensure strong governance, and fulfil all statutory company secretarial duties.

This senior role requires a proactive leader with strong legal expertise, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage a high-performing team.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBITIES :

Legal

  • Provide legal advice on contracts, commercial matters, employment law, and regulatory obligations.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, NDAs, supplier and partnership agreements.
  • Manage legal disputes and liaise with external counsel.
  • Monitor legislative changes and guide the business on impacts.
  • Maintain corporate legal documents and ensure sound legal governance.

Compliance

  • Develop and implement the companys compliance framework and policies.
  • Conduct compliance risk assessments and manage the risk register.
  • Monitor and enforce controls for POPIA, EPR, Waste Act, and other regulations.
  • Investigate compliance incidents and implement corrective actions.
  • Deliver compliance training across the organisation.
  • Company Secretarial

  • Fulfil statutory company secretarial duties in line with the Companies Act.
  • Maintain statutory registers, company records, and complete all regulatory filings.
  • Prepare Board and Subcommittee agendas, minutes, and meeting packs.
  • Track Board resolutions and ensure timely follow-up on action items.
  • Provide governance support and ensure adherence to best-practice standards.
  • Governance & Stakeholder Management

  • Liaise with regulators, auditors, and legal counsel.
  • Maintain certifications and ensure regulatory submissions are accurate and on time.
  • Promote a culture of ethics, compliance, and integrity.
  • Qualifications & Experience

  • LLB or equivalent (essential).
  • 810 years legal, compliance, and / or governance experience, with leadership responsibilities.
  • Experience in retail, public sector, waste management, recycling, sustainability, logistics, IT, NGOs, or related sectors (advantageous).
  • Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
  • Solid contract drafting and negotiation skills.
  • Demonstrated Company Secretarial knowledge , including compliance with the Companies Act, preparation of Board packs and minutes, and maintenance of statutory records and filings.
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and high integrity.
  • Strong and proven proficiency on MS Word and MS Powerpoint as well as MS Excel (essential).
  • Working knowledge on Nasdeq is advantageous
  • Key Competencies

  • Ability to apply legal knowledge to business decisions.
  • Strong policy drafting and governance skills.
  • Excellent accuracy in reviewing legal documents.
  • Strong written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to provide practical, solutions-focused advice.
  • Please forward an updated and detailed copy of your CV to Lameez Herborn :

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