Overview
Legal and Compliance Specialist Jobs in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa at BAIC Automobile SA
Title: Legal and Compliance Specialist
Company: BAIC Automobile SA
Location: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in various committees and interact with legal counsel and regulatory bodies.
- Conduct audits and develop risk reports on how to mitigate identified risks.
- Analyse emerging compliance issues and assist with the implementation of controls.
- Provide assistance and advice to leadership on new policies or changes in policies.
- Interpret and clarify changes in legislation and regulations.
- Submit reports and proposals to leadership on risks and compliance matters.
- Support all departments with legal and compliance services.
- Review all legal documents of the company and provide guidance.
- Participate on the Board of Directors and other related committees as a legal professional.
- Conduct training and create awareness of legislative matters.
- Complete ad-hoc tasks at the request of leaders.
Education and Experience
- LLB qualification with completed Articles and a Postgraduate Certificate in Compliance.
- Minimum of 3 years’ work experience in a similar role within the automotive or manufacturing industry.
- Experience in a multinational company is highly advantageous.
- Membership with the Compliance Institute of South Africa or another legal institute in South Africa is highly advantageous.
Competencies
- Ability to coordinate compliance issues at an organizational level.
- Strong contract drafting skills for commercial agreements.
- In-depth knowledge of applicable compliance and risk standards and management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
How to Apply
Send your updated resume to [email protected].
- Apply with your updated resume and use the job title in the subject heading.
- Applications are encouraged from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities.
- Preference will be given to applicants in line with BAIC South Africa’s current employment equity plan and targets.
- If you do not receive a response within 4 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.
