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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)Labournet • Durbanville, City of Cape Town, South Africa
LEGAL, COMPLIANCE & COMPANY SECRETARIAL MANAGER - Cape Town (Durbanville) or JHB (Midrand)

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

Labournet • Durbanville, City of Cape Town, South Africa
6 hours ago
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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 company’s 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).
  • 8–10 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 : lameezd@elev8recruitment.co.za

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