Job Description

EUM, part of the TWK group, has the following vacancy available: Legal and Operations Manager at Pretoria, Gauteng.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards to ensure the organization's compliance
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks
• Review, draft, and negotiate various legal agreements, such as contracts, leases, and vendor agreements
• Advise management on legal issues and potential risks associated with business decisions
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel and monitor their performance
• Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure efficient and effective processes
• Develop and implement operational strategies, policies, and procedures to enhance productivity and performance
• Identify areas for operational improvement and implement solutions to optimize workflow
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate operational performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and resolve operational issues
• Assess and mitigate operational, financial, and legal risks
• Conduct risk analysis and develop risk management strategies
• Monitor compliance with risk management policies and procedures
• Implement and maintain an effective system for identifying, tracking, and reporting risks
• Provide guidance, training, and support to employees on risk management practices
• Oversee the contract lifecycle, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing contracts
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and obligations
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve contractual disputes and issues
• Develop and maintain a contract management system to streamline processes and improve efficiency
• Assess and manage risk associated with contract terms and conditions
• Supervise and provide guidance to a team of legal and operations professionals
• Assign tasks, set performance goals, and evaluate team members' performance
• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment
• Provide training and development opportunities to enhance team members' skills and knowledge

Qualifications and Skills

• Matric / Grade 12
• Bachelor's degree in law, business administration, or a related field. A Juris Doctor (JD) degree is preferred
• Proven experience in a legal or operations management role
• Strong understanding of legal principles, regulations, and standards
• Excellent knowledge of contract law and contract management processes
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proficient in using legal and operational management software/tools.

*The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.

TWK Agriculture