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The Junior legal advisor will provide support within the Legal Affairs team by assisting in the drafting, review, and negotiation of legal documents, conducting legal research, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations across a range of commercial, corporate, and intellectual property (IP) matters within a fast-paced telecommunications environment. The role involves supporting senior members of the legal team with transactions, contract drafting and negotiation, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and protection of the company’s intellectual property assets. The incumbent will develop a broad understanding of the business, applying sound legal judgement and a solutions-oriented approach to support strategic and operational objectives.
Job Responsibility:
Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements and correspondence under the guidance of senior members of the team
Build effective relationships and collaborate closely with various business teams and internal stakeholders to provide timely and pragmatic legal support
Undertake legal research and provide clear, concise advice on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters affecting the business
Assist in managing and maintaining the company’s IP portfolio, including trademarks, copyrights, and domain names and support associated IP clearance searches and risk assessments, registrations, renewals, and enforcement activities
Regular proactive Stakeholder Engagement
Periodic review of company policies to ensure compliance and alignment with legislation and Vodafone policies, where applicable
Identify potential legal and contractual risks, providing practical, solutions-oriented recommendations
Contribute to the development and implementation of legal policies, templates, and process improvements
Assist in developing internal processes to manage legal risk effectively across business functions
Investigate and report on customer and stakeholder queries which arise from time to time
Requirements:
LLB degree (or equivalent legal qualification)
Admitted attorney (or in the process of admission)
0–2 years’ post-qualification experience, ideally within a telecommunications or technology-focused legal environment
Commercial law, drafting and negotiation experience, with ability to provide innovative legal solutions in a fast moving industry
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a pragmatic approach to resolving issues
Excellent drafting abilities with attention to detail
Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills
Commercially minded, with an interest in the telecommunications landscape
Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities
Integrity, discretion, and ethical judgment
Collaborative and adaptable in a dynamic environment
Proactively develops professional knowledge and legal expertise
Self-starter, solution oriented and problem solver
What we offer:
Enticing incentive programs and competitive benefit packages
Retirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefits
Cell phone and data benefits, advantages fibre connection discounts, and exclusive staff discounts offered in collaboration with partner companies