Legal and Risk Officer
FROGG Recruitment Thursday, 15 January 2026 1Job Summary
Legal and Risk Officer Sandton Johannesburg
Our global engineering client in Sandton Johannesburg is looking for a Legal and Risk Officer with 5 years’ experience. You will be responsible for in managing an organization’s legal affairs and mitigating potential risks. The position involves a combination of legal advisory, compliance, and risk management responsibilities.
Salary Negotiable
Min Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) qualification.
- Admission as an attorney or advocate in South Africa is essential.
- Experience in legal practice, risk management, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of South African laws and regulations.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Legal Advisory – Provide legal advice and support to the organization on a wide range of issues, including contracts, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure the organization’s interests are protected.
- Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations affecting the organization and ensure compliance.
- Risk Management – Identify, assess, and prioritize risks to the organization, including operational, financial, and reputational risks.
- Compliance – Ensure the organization complies with all applicable laws, regulations,
- Policy Development – Assist in the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
- Dispute Resolution – Manage and resolve legal disputes and litigation involving the organization.
- Stakeholder Engagement – Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators, auditors, and legal counsel, to address legal and risk-related matters.
- Provide guidance and support to management and staff on legal and risk issues.
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