Manager - Licensing

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Review the analysis and recommendations of the licensing team to ensure compliance with legislative and governance processes.
• Contribute to the development of the divisional operational plan and policies.
• Develop and implement operational plans for the Licensing Section and manage their implementation.
• Manage and provide guidance on the PA's licensing function to ensure the timely and accurate processing of licensing and related applications.
• Ensure the continuous improvement of the delivery and functioning of the licensing process
• Develop procedures, processes, internal controls and system requirements for the Licensing Section.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to the licensing function and ensure compliance with relevant governance frameworks.
• Manage staff performance and promote and support career management and development.
• Provide integrated management information reports to support decision-making.
• Lead and participate in engagements with relevant internal and external stakeholders and clients.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must have

• a minimum of an Honours degree NQF level 8 in Law or an equivalent qualification in a related field;
• at least eight to 10 years' experience in a legal and/or regulatory environment, of which two to three years should be in leading teams; and
• admission as an attorney will be an advantage.

Job-related attributes include

knowledge and skill in

• industry, organizational and business awareness;
• quality assurance;
• continuous improvement;
• continued learning and/or professional development;
• legislation and governance, risk and compliance;
• business continuity planning;
• relevant legislation; and
• corporate governance.