Legal Specialist (Fully remote) (CH1261)
Capital H Staffing
- R Undisclosed
- Permanent Intermediate position
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Gosforth Park
- Posted 24 Jul 2026 by Capital H Staffing
- Expires in 34 days
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Job 2642988 - Ref 99d9b400-538b-4
About the position
Our client, a respected South African not-for-profit organisation within the fraud prevention industry, is seeking an admitted Legal Specialist to establish and lead its legal, compliance and governance function.
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with Executive Management and the Board, providing strategic legal guidance while ensuring regulatory compliance and sound corporate governance.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice across the organisation.
- Manage litigation and regulatory matters.
- Draft and review contracts, legal opinions and policies.
- Develop and maintain compliance and governance frameworks.
- Ensure compliance with the NCA, POPIA, PAIA and Companies Act.
- Advise Executive Management and the Board on legal and governance matters.
- Liaise with regulators and external legal counsel.
Minimum Requirements
- LLB or equivalent legal qualification.
- Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
- Minimum 2 years' post-admission experience.
- Litigation experience.
- Strong knowledge of South African legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Experience with compliance, governance and contract drafting.
Key Skills
- Legal drafting
- Litigation
- Contract negotiation
- Compliance
- Corporate governance
- Risk management
- Analytical thinking
- Stakeholder management
- Excellent communication skills
- High ethical standards
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver's licence.
- Own reliable transport.
- Professional English communication skills.
General
- We are committed to fair and inclusive hiring. All suitably qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
- Preference may be given in line with our client’s Employment Equity plan and applicable legislation.
- Applicants must have the legal right to work in South Africa at the time of application.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- Please include your current remuneration (CTC), salary expectation, and notice period (optional but helpful for screening).
- By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with POPIA.
Desired Skills:
- Analytical
- Compliance
- Litigation
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Corporate Governance
- Legal
Capital H Staffing
About the agency
Capital H Staffing and Advisory Solutions specialises in the recruitment and placement of outstanding professionals, in the areas of ICT and Professional Services.
As experienced IT professionals, Capital H offers firsthand knowledge, strategic industry insights, and a proven track record in the placement of specialist talent across diverse groups. We understand the unique, dynamic and fast-paced environment of the ICT industry, and offer access to a database of exceptional talent.
Our focus and expertise is to root out specialist skills not easily found in the open market, thereby assisting companies in sourcing rare talent without ‘leaving their desks’! Our stringent screening process means we take great pains to evaluate the credentials and experience of applicants, and present only the best CVs to you.
Our passion for people further ensures that both the client and the candidate’s needs are carefully considered when searching for that ‘perfect match’.
Whilst assisting our clients in placing talent that grows their business, we also assist candidates to make decisions that grow their careers. It is our top priority to align the skills and career goals of our candidates with the role and cultural requirements of your organisation, thereby helping you both attract and retain quality IT talent.
With years of industry insights and experience in the ICT and Professional Services, our diverse and growing clientbase benefit from our ability to help them realise their staffing needs and organisational growth plans.
Our timely and cost-effective solutions make us an invaluable extension to any organisation, letting you focus on what you do best.
For specialist knowledge, prompt service, and reliable support, give Capital H a call.
Our focus areas include:
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• IT Executives
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