TWK Agri has the following vacancy available: Legal Advisor within the Business Development division at Piet Retief, Mpumalanga.
Job Summary
This role involves providing expert legal advice, drafting and vetting contracts, and managing litigation processes to mitigate risk and ensure compliance within a corporate environment. The Legal Advisor engages with internal stakeholders, external law firms, and debtors to resolve disputes, recover delinquent debt, and negotiate settlements. The role further supports departmental growth through effective collections, accurate reporting, and strong administrative oversight.
Responsibilities and Duties
Legal advice and support to management and staff on a full range of legal matters inclusive of recovery of delinquent debt and contract management
Drafting and vetting of legal documents
Liaison with external law firms and other internal and external stakeholders
Managing litigation processes, settlement proposals, High Court and Magistrate Court work including briefing Advocates and Attorneys
Managing legal and compliance risks
Conduct and oversee timeous and effective internal collection processes
Prepare legal correspondence
Handle questions or complaints
Investigate and resolve discrepancies
Arrange payments, negotiate AOD's and account settlements
Track and report the progress of litigation matters
Manage and conduct administrative tasks such as processing invoices, calculation of balances, reports, and recordkeeping
Actively initiate departmental advancement and support team engagement/growth
Maintain and manage budget targets and administrative processes
Qualifications and Skills
Matric / Grade 12
Degree in LLB, Law or a relevant field
Professional registration with the relevant professional body
3-5 years post-admission experience in a legal or financial management environment
Experience in customer care
Knowledge of all related Credit Acts and civil legal procedures
Knowledge of all civil-related laws and regulations
Strong literacy and numeracy skills
Swordfish Debt Collection Software experience (advantageous)
File management
Valid driver's license (Code 08)
Willing to travel
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