Legal Advisor

Woodstock, Cape Town
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

We are looking for a highly talented Legal Advisor to join us in Cape Town to support the business with general and commercial legal advice. You will be based at both our Head Office in Woodstock & our Distribution Centre in Ndabeni.About UsStep into the wild world of OneDayOnly - South Africa's OG daily deals hub. We're the pioneers of cool discounts, hitting you for just one day because, well, why overcomplicate things? We've got the big names, top suppliers, and a dash of our secret sauce to make you feel like a BIG DEAL. Not to brag, but we have over a million potential savvy shoppers getting our daily dose every 24 hours.We're not fussy - if the price is right and the quality checks out, we're selling it. That's what makes us the go-to for both the smart buyer and the eager seller. Toss in the urgency of our deals, and boom, success happens quicker than you can blink. So, jump in, where FOMO meets killer deals, and let's turn every day into a retail party!About YouYou're not just any legal eagle, you're a proactive, energetic self-starter who thrives in the fast-paced world of e-commerce. You've got an eye sharper than a Black Friday shopper spotting a deal, and you catch legal loopholes before they even think of existing. Detail-oriented is your middle name (well, not really, but you get the point), and you're the type who reads the fine print just for fun. If you love turning complex legal jargon into clear, actionable advice and you're excited to help shape a dynamic, growing online business- we want to meet you.Responsibilities

Taking initiative in identifying and driving the legal, regulatory and compliance matters of the ODO group
Drafting, reviewing and assisting with the negotiation of various commercial contracts on behalf of the ODO group (e.g. supplier agreements, trading terms and day-to-day operational agreements)
Providing advice and guidance to the business
Updating and refining template documents and company policies
Assisting with dispute resolution and general litigation matters
Monitoring and advising on new legal and compliance developments affecting the ODO group
Advising on applicable legislation, in particular the Consumer Protection Act, the Companies Act and the Customs and Excise Act
Conducting legal research and providing legal advice to the ODO group as required
Providing or facilitating training on legal and regulatory matters
Assisting with company secretarial matters
Building and maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders of the ODO group
Assisting with the contract management system
Supporting the board as required
Liaising with external legal counsel (where necessary)

Experience and Qualifications

LLB, admitted attorney in South Africa
2-3 years post-admission experience at a well-established law firm or in the in-house legal department of a large corporate organisation
Experience in corporate and commercial law is essential (particularly in drafting and reviewing contracts).
Experience in e-commerce would be advantageous

Knowledge & Attributes

Proactive with the ability to work independently
Excellent communication skills
Excellent drafting skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
Attention to detail
Team player
Good working knowledge of South African law in general

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