Job Description

Closing Date 2023/09/11
Reference Number VWS230905-3
Job Title MANAGER - LEGAL SERVICES: PLANT - (PA 1296)
Job Type Permanent
Location - Country South Africa
Location - Province Eastern Cape
Location - Town / City Kariega
Type of Position:

Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced employees to fill the above vacancy in the Office of the MD - Legal & Compliance Department.
and Responsibilities

• Managing areas of responsibility within the Legal & Compliance Department through the sound application of Performance Management Principles and Objectives, Key Performance Indicators and Development and Training Plans.

• Reviewing, commenting on, drafting and finalising various commercial agreements ranging from goods/services being provided, building agreements, sponsorships/trade exchanges, training, funding/grants, loans, sales, etc.

• Supporting internal business areas by providing legal and business advice and support to ensure compliance with Organisational Directives and legislation.

• Remaining abreast of relevant legal developments to create awareness, ensuring internal compliance, providing training in relation to significant legislation, ensuring timeous reporting to the Board of Management.

• Participating in specialist committees (such as Risk Management Steering Committees).

• Represent VWSA at the National Association of Automotive Manufacturers of South Africa Legal Forum.

• Overseeing and managing litigation/alternative dispute resolution proceedings.

• Supporting the Company Secretary and Integrity, Risk & Compliance Officer.

• Identifying requirements and providing training on relevant fields of law.

• Supporting training department when developing training modules.

• Supporting the Volkswagen Group with all matters administered by the Group in South Africa.

• Acting as office of record in relation to legal matters.

Education and Experience

• Postgraduate degree in law

• Admission as an Attorney/Advocate

• Minimum 10-15 yearsxe2x80x99 experience as legal advisor or equivalent in private practice, articles and additional postgraduate qualifications in relevant fields of law recommended. Articles period accepted as experience

Skills, Attributes & Other requirements

ESSENTIAL:

• Analytical and decision-making skills.

• Knowledge of the legislative framework affecting the automotive industry and business in general.

• Knowledge and experience of the automotive industry.

• Ability to communicate effectively by way of presentations, training, meetings and discussions at all levels within the company.

• Organizational skills to deal with multiple priorities and an ability to identify high-risk matters and issues requiring immediate attention.

• Managerial skills (conflict management and training).

• Discipline and ability to perform under pressure.

• Computer literacy.

• Ethical approach in every respect.

• Negotiation and persuasion skills and an ability to find practical, efficient and effective solutions

Policy

Volkswagen Group South Africa is committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally, this includes persons with disabilities. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports the achievement of our Employment Equity goals.

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