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Head of Legal - StellenboschFull job descriptionHerotel is seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual as the Head of Legal. This role is based in Stellenbosch, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer.Purpose of the Role:As the Head of Legal you will be responsible for regulatory compliance at Herotel. The role will initially focus on leading the legal and regulatory compliance team with a focus on the wayleave application process, with a view to implementing and leading a full legal and compliance function.This is not a researcher/advisor role, it is a hands on role with the ability to interpret and apply legislation, regulation and solve complex legal and compliance challenges.Key Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Lead the legal and regulatory compliance functions and processes.Oversee and manage legal disputes, negotiations and litigation relating to legal and regulatory matters.Manage relationships with regulators, industry bodies and external suppliers.Implement and maintain regulatory compliance risk management framework.Key Outputs:Lead and coach a team of legal and regulatory compliance professionals in all areas, including the following key functions:Review, draft and negotiate Contracts and related legal documents.Oversee and lead disputes and litigation, in conjunction with internal and external legal team.Provide general legal advice to various internal departments.ICASA regulatory compliance and reporting including licensing management.Manage compliance, including the compliance framework and programme, and regulatory reporting.Interpret legislation and advise on compliance risks and compliance controls. Work Experience and Competency Requirements: 8-10 years senior experience in legal and regulatory practice as an admitted attorney (preferable).Strong drafting exposure, including drafting of commercial contracts.Working knowledge of telecommunications legislation and regulation (including but not limited to ECA, RICA, POPI, ICASA and licensing regulations, and PAJA).Experience in the telecommunication industry (preferable).Experience working with regulators, municipalities, and regulatory compliance.Compliance risk management, frameworks, and standards.Ability to interpret and apply legislation and regulations.Proven ability to lead a team of professionals.Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly and concisely.Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify legal issues and propose practical solutions.Self-drivenInitiativeNegotiation skillsAssertive Education Requirements: LLB Degree or similar.Certified Compliance Practitioner (CISA) preferable or similar qualification/designation.Should you be interested and meet the above requirements, please submit your CV with contactable references.PLEASE NOTE:Preference will be given to Previously Disadvantaged Individual candidates, in line with Herotel's Employment Equity Plan.Submission of your CV provides Herotel with your express consent for us to process your personal information contained therein, for purposes of processing your application.Please refer to our Privacy Policy on our website for further information on how we process personal information.Should you not hear from us with 3 weeks of your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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