AGC Jobs 2023 for Group Legal Advisor (IT)

Opportunity for an attorney, preferably in the IT sector to assist with licensing agreements and contracts. The ideal candidate must have a good understanding of the technology, media, and telecom (TMT) sector.

Our client, founded nearly 35 years ago, has since grown representation in each major region of South Africa. Our client is composed of a group of companies that provide products and value-added services, all related to Information Technology environments and business processes.

They are looking for an experience Group Legal Attorney to join their team in Johannesburg.

Job Title: Group Legal Advisor (IT)
Location: Johannesburg

Job Summary:
Duties & Responsibilities:
Legal – Drafting of Contracts, Contract Vetting, and Contract negotiation;

Candidate will be required to communicate clearly and effectively with all relevant stakeholders;

Candidate must have a strong commercial, and a basic technical, understanding of the applicable transaction.

Candidate should be pro-active in growing their understanding of the business.

Candidate should clearly identify and communicate associated risks to stakeholders.

Tenders – vetting and compilation of submissions;

Risk and Compliance, including Policy drafting.

Desired Experience & Qualification:
Qualification:

LLB Degree – Required

BCom – Beneficial

Experience:

3 -5 Inhouse commercial experience, preferably in the IT Sector

Experience in the IT distribution Industry.

Strong grasp of the English language.

Good commercial understanding.

Self-starter with the ability to take complete ownership of a task from start to finish.

Package & Remuneration:
Market Related