General Manager Legal

Introduction

Position: General Manager Legal Position/Task Grade: EEE-BAND Department: Distribution Legal Business Unit: Head Office Area of specialization: Reporting to the Group Executive Distribution, the General Manager Legal, will be responsible to provide legal support and advisory services to Eskom Group, manage professional legal advisory team, support and complement the Head of legal in developing and executing the division’s strategy and managing activities. Duties & Responsibilities

Skills and Competencies Required Behavioural: o   Integrity o   Honesty o   Trustworthiness o   Professionalism Leadership: o   Team player o   Mentor and provide guidance to legal to team o   Take ownership and accountability for responsibilities o   Drive the implementation of strategy effectively Knowledge: o   Relevant and applicable legal principles o   Eskom policies, process and procedures o   Relevant legal knowledge and training Skill: o   Research o   Analytical o   Strategic analysis and assessment o   Negotiation o   Interpersonal relations o   Communication o   Computer literate o   Commercial know-how o   Business acumen o   General management o   Work under pressure o   Work independently and in cross-functional team Key Responsibilities ·       Ensure legal operational effectiveness and review process. ·       Formulate and execute strategy. ·       Provide strategic and professional legal advice. ·       Manage a professional legal advisory team. ·       Advise on the implementation of legislation and case law. ·       Manage external attorneys and client relationships.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualification(s) o   LLB/B Proc at NQF level 8 credits and Admitted Attorney / Advocate Experience : o   10 years post admission experience in legal and strategic environment. Professional Registration Body: o   Legal Practice Council (LPC) Eskom is committed to being an employer of choice, one that inspires highly talented employees to join and stay, and it continues to attract and retain the best talent to achieve organisational goals. “Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.” “If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.”