Junior Legal Advisor

Who are we?

Glacier by Sanlam brings together leading experts and respected financial services companies to meet clients’ investment needs. We deliver focused investment services through specialist teams, partner with acclaimed financial intermediaries and pride ourselves on our superior products and solutions and high quality service. We offer a comprehensive range of investment solutions, designed to assist in the creation and preservation of wealth. Our offering encompasses local investments, including fixed term investments and investments with guarantees, international investments, retirement saving solutions, and retirement income solutions. While each solution has its own distinct purpose, they all share the world-class quality and commitment that have come to distinguish Glacier.

What will you do?

The Junior Legal Advisor will provide essential legal support to Glacier by assisting with regulatory compliance, contract drafting and review, dispute resolution, and general legal advisory services. This role requires a legally qualified professional who can analyse complex legal issues, provide sound advice to business units, and contribute to corporate governance. The successful candidate will work closely with senior legal professionals, business units, and external stakeholders to mitigate legal risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to the overall legal strategy of the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional eager to develop expertise in financial services regulations, within a dynamic and fast-paced business environment.

Key outcomes

The following outcomes will be expected from the Junior Legal Advisor:

• Regulatory Compliance & Legal Advisory
• Assist in monitoring and interpreting financial services laws, regulations, and industry trends.
• Support the implementation of regulatory requirements across different business functions.
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on compliance matters to internal stakeholders.
• Contract Review & Drafting
• Draft, review, and update various legal agreements, including contracts, service-level agreements, and financial product documentation.
• Assist in ensuring contracts align with legal requirements and minimize organizational risk.
• Support business teams by clarifying contractual terms and identifying potential legal risks.
• Litigation & Dispute Support
• Assist in managing disputes and legal proceedings under the guidance of senior legal advisors.
• Liaise with external legal counsel and track the progress of ongoing cases.
• Draft legal letters and responses to client complaints, and regulatory correspondence.
• Business Support & Stakeholder Engagement
• Collaborate with business units to proactively identify and address potential legal challenges.
• Provide assistance on governance and corporate legal matters.
• Support the delivery of legal training sessions and awareness programs for internal teams.
• Administrative & Research Support
• Conduct legal research and prepare reports on regulatory developments affecting the business.
• Maintain accurate legal documentation and records.
• Assist with general legal administrative tasks as required.
  
  

What will make you successful in this role?

Qualifications And Experience

• Matric / Grade 12
• LLB or relevant legal degree from accredited law school.
• Additional financial qualification will be advantageous.
• Completed articles (Admitted Attorney)
• Minimum of 2 years legal and commercial exposure
  
  

Competencies

• Planning and Organising
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Strong relationship-building skills
  
  

Attributes

• Eager to learn and develop within a legal environment.
• Ethical, professional, and highly motivated.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Risk Management
• Compliance and legal projects management
• Legal advice and documentation reviews
• Documentation reviews

Personal Attributes

• Business insight - Contributing through others
• Builds networks - Contributing through others
• Manages complexity - Contributing through others
• Persuades - Contributing through others

Build a successful career with us

We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Core Competencies

• Being resilient - Contributing through others
• Collaborates - Contributing through others
• Drives results - Contributing through others
• Cultivates innovation - Contributing through others
• Customer focus - Contributing through others

Turnaround time

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.

Our commitment to transformation

The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.