Legal Advisor, Advisory Services

Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description

To provide support to the Dispute Resolution team and facilitate the continuance of day to day activities by investigating, retrieving and collating information and reporting on disputes/cases.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: LLB Degree and Admitted Attorney is required. 

Experience Required
Dispute Resolution
Legal 

5-7 years Proven experience in case planning, development and management, legal research, drafting and analyzing legal documents, with at least 3 years within the legal and/or financial sectors, or a law firm in a dispute resolution role.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Convincing People
• Documenting Facts
• Establishing Rapport
• Examining Information
• Interacting with People
• Managing Tasks
• Providing Insights
• Resolving Conflict
• Showing Composure
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Contract Management
• Court Processes and Procedures
• Dispute Resolution
• Financial Industry Regulatory Framework
• Legal Compliance
• Legal Drafting
• Legal Records Management
• Legal Research