Boxer jobs is Head of Legal/ Company Secretary

Reference Number: BOX240614-1
Job Title: Head of Legal/ Company Secretary

Job Type: Permanent

Division: Legal

Department: Legal

Number of Positions: 1

Location – Town / City: Westville

Location – Province: KwaZulu-Natal

Location – Country: South Africa

Minimum Education Level: Honours Degree | Postgraduate Diploma

Job Category: Legal

Job Advert Summary
Company: Boxer Superstores
Location: Head Office, Westville, Durban
Position: Head of Legal
Reports To: CEO/Board of Directors
Department: Legal

About Us:
Boxer Superstores, a rapidly growing retail leader, is embarking on a significant milestone in our journey – an Initial Public Offering (IPO). As part of this transformation, we are establishing a new department of legal experts and seeking an exceptional individual to lead this team. We are looking for a dynamic, experienced, and highly skilled attorney to join our team as the Head of Legal.

Position Overview:
The Head of Legal will play a crucial role in supporting the business through the IPO process and beyond. This role includes the added responsibility of serving as the Company Secretary, ensuring compliance with corporate governance standards. The ideal candidate will be a qualified attorney with an LLB degree and extensive experience in corporate law and governance, with a significant focus on property-related legal work.

Minimum Requirements
Qualifications and Experience:

• LLB degree from a recognized institution.
• Admitted attorney with a valid practicing certificate.
• Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with significant experience in corporate law and governance, and property-related legal issues.
• Proven track record of successfully managing legal teams.
• Extensive experience with IPO processes and requirements.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance standards and practices, including adherence to King IV principles.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.
• Significant experience in property-related legal work.

Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management:
  Establish and lead the new Legal Department.
• Manage and mentor a team of legal professionals.
• Develop and implement legal strategies to support the company’s business objectives.
  IPO Support:
• Provide legal guidance and support throughout the IPO process.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to the IPO.
• Liaise with external legal advisors, regulators, and other stakeholders.
  Corporate Governance:
• Serve as the Company Secretary, ensuring the company adheres to best practices in corporate governance.
• Maintain and update corporate records, including minutes of board meetings and shareholder meetings.
• Advise the board of directors on corporate governance matters.
• Adhere to best practice and King IV principles.
  Legal Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks.
• Monitor changes in legislation and advise on necessary actions.
• Contract Management:
  Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Ensure all contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Manage contract disputes and litigation.
  Advisory:
• Provide legal advice to senior management and other departments.
• Support various business units with legal matters, with a significant focus on property-related legal issues.

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Closing Date: 2024/06/28