Home Loans Defended Matters Specialist

Job title : Home Loans Defended Matters Specialist

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : October 03, 2025

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Job Summary

Manage a portfolio of defended legal matters involving home loans, including litigation, mediation, and settlement negotiations.

Liaise with external attorneys, counsel, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective resolution of cases.

Provide strategic legal advice and risk assessments on defended matters.

Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and internal policies.

Monitor legal trends and case law developments impacting home loan litigation.

Job Description

Responsible for all defended matters (trial, applications, appeals) and ensuring all matters tagged  correctly on DM.

Management of the Rescission Application portfolio.

Responsible for compiling reports and sharing with Group Litigation.

After Plea is received, ensure Form B is sent to Group Litigation and review the Plea.

Conducting Monthly meetings with Group Litigation.

Managing the legal cost for Defended Homeloans Accounts

Engage daily with the Attorneys and obtain all documentation and recalculations requested for trial purposes.

Managing the Fraud Portfolio.

Support the Litigation team.

Requirements :

LLB Degree

Admission as an attorney would be preferable.

Minimum 2 years’ experience in litigation, with a strong focus on defended matters in the financial services or banking sector.

In-depth knowledge of the National Credit Act, Magistrates’ Court Rules, High Court Rules, and related legislation.

Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and manage high-pressure situations.

Education

Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas : Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

End Date : October 1, 2025

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