Legal Advisor (Parktown)
Job details
• RMA in a nutshell Identifying a need to help care for miners who were injured while on duty, Rand Mutual (RMA) was founded in 1894 by three mining companies on the Witwatersrand as a non-profit mutual assurance company. Today RMA has grown to offer workmens'​ compensation benefits to the mining, iron, metal, steel and related industries coupled with a range of competitive insurance solutions. • The RMA service offering RMA offers COID (compensation for occupational injuries and diseases) and a range of insurance solutions to bridge the gap not covered by COID benefits coupled with other mainstream insurance solutions. It also has an end-to-end market-leading information technology (IT) solution, which provides enhanced efficiencies for workers' compensation claims. • Company ethos: As a company that is compassionate and caring, RMA goes the extra mile to ensure that beneficiaries and their families receive the care and compensation they are entitled to when claiming from RMA. • Accessibility to clients, claimants and other stakeholders RMA has a wide footprint with its head office in Johannesburg and regional walk-in branches located in Cape Town, Durban, eMalahleni, Klerksdorp, Pretoria, Rustenburg and Welkom, with satellite offices in Lesotho, Mthatha and Mozambique.
Description
THE JOB AT A GLANCE
The legal advisor will support the RMA Life business with managing legal risks and providing sound legal advice.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
Provide appropriate, proactive legal advice through the interpretation of regulation, acts and other appropriate standards and policies.
Interpret all new legislation and regulation and prepare high level impact analyses.
Assist and provide guidance on the implementation of legislation affecting RMA Life.
Identify, evaluate and advise on potential current or future legal risks.
Draft and review contracts to ensure that the contracts entered into by RMA Life are effectively drafted, reviewed, interpreted, and vetted in accordance with contract management processes and applicable legislation.
Provide legal opinions on all matters as instructed.
Litigation management.
Conduct legal research and analyse the implications of case law, legislation and regulatory matters that affect the company.
Keep abreast of new legislation and regulatory changes.
Draft policy wording in respect of life insurance products offered by RMA Life.
Review and sign off customer facing material as applicable.
Provide training as required.
Assist and advise on complaints and queries from the Ombudsman / Financial Sector Conduct Authority / clients / brokers where matters are escalated to Legal.
Drafting of legal documents as requested.
Provide regular reports on regulatory issues affecting RMA Life.
Draft department activity reports.
Liaise with attorneys.
Instruct and draft briefing material for external legal service providers.
Assist legal manager with implementing internal legal processes and controls.
Assist the department with any other ad hoc legal matters.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLE?
Legal Degree
Admitted attorney of the High Court (Advantageous)
4 - 5 years working experience in legal in the Life Insurance Industry.
Knowledge and Skills
Practical knowledge and understanding of applicable insurance and related legislation particularly in the life insurance industry (and specifically the Insurance Act, Long-term Insurance Act, PPR, FAIS Act, FIC Act, POPI and FSR Act).
Ability to interface with clients and staff.
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Good presentation skills and ability to interact with senior management.
Experience in drafting Legal documents.
Articulate and able to work with all levels of the Company.
Able to work independently and under pressure.
High level of precision and attention to detail.
WHAT WILL YOU GET IN RETURN?
We offer great opportunities for personal and professional development in a stable company that's 130 years strong. The role comes with a competitive salary package and various benefits. Flexible work arrangements (combination of remote and in the office). Furthermore, you will be a part of a dedicated group of colleagues who value teamwork and collaboration.
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. Kindly note that should you not receive a response within 21 days please consider your application unsuccessful.
Our Commitment to transformation:
In accordance with the employment equity plan of Rand Mutual Assurance and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
Requirements
Legal Degree
Admitted attorney of the High Court (Advantageous)
4 - 5 years working experience in legal in the Life Insurance Industry.
Knowledge and Skills
Practical knowledge and understanding of applicable insurance and related legislation particularly in the life insurance industry (and specifically the Insurance Act, Long-term Insurance Act, PPR, FAIS Act, FIC Act, POPI and FSR Act).
Ability to interface with clients and staff.
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Good presentation skills and ability to interact with senior management.
Experience in drafting Legal documents.
Articulate and able to work with all levels of the Company.
Able to work independently and under pressure.
High level of precision and attention to detail.
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