Legal Adviser, D1, Head Office

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Legal Adviser, D1

Seriti, Head Office, Gauteng

Internal & External

Ref no: HO062/26GS

Closing date: 14 June 2026

The role:

Responsible for providing Seriti with independent legal support and advice to ensure legal risks are identified and managed in accordance with the strategy and commercial objectives of Seriti.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Provide professional, independent and accurate legal advice to business stakeholders on commercial, contractual, regulatory and operational matters
• Advise functional clients on strategic and complex commercial issues, dispute resolution and legal implications of business decisions
• Support the Legal Manager in managing Seriti’s Material Legal Risks and implementing appropriate mitigation measures
• Identify legal risks impacting the business and provide recommendations to manage and reduce exposure
• Ensure legal advice aligns with Seriti's commercial objectives, legal strategy and governance requirements
• Provide legal support to the Procurement Team on the procurement of goods and services
• Draft, review, negotiate and interpret commercial agreements and contractual documentation
• Advise on contractual obligations, risk allocation and dispute avoidance mechanisms
• Develop and maintain standard contract templates and legal documentation to support business requirements
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, Seriti standards and governance frameworks
• Support the development and execution of the Legal and Compliance strategy aligned to Seriti’s Group Strategy
• Establish, build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare legal reports, updates and management information as required
• Provide input into reporting frameworks, templates and legal documentation standards
• Maintain accurate legal records and documentation in accordance with company requirements
• Support the Legal Manager with administrative and reporting requirements within the Legal Function

Requirements:

• BA or BCom (or similar undergraduate degree)
• A minimum of 3 years’ post admission experience in a law firm or corporate legal department
• Experience in resources, commercial and dealing with large corporate entities
• Experience managing legal issues and solutions
• Experience in a corporate environment
• Working knowledge of relevant South African legislation in respect of mineral regulation
• Working knowledge of procurement/supply agreements and processes
• Knowledge of applicable Seriti policies, procedures, and standards
• An understanding of mining operations
• Knowledge of Corporate Governance processes
• Knowledge and understanding of Contract Law
• Understanding of Mining Industry in South Africa
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
• Valid driver’s license
• In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness

Advantageous:

• LLB
• Admission as an Attorney

Please note:

• Please use Google Chrome as default browser when applying to enable the attachment of documents
• A CV with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of relevant qualifications, together with ID document & valid driver’s license must be accompanied with your application
• Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity targets
• All applicants are thanked for their interest
• Applications which have not been responded to within 30 days of closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful
• Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only