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Legal advisor Litigation
Job Location:
Job Location:
Johannesburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
26 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
23 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Legal advisor Litigation
| Operating Division: | Transnet Property |
| Employee Group: | Non Permanent (12 months Fixed Term Contract) |
| Department: | Legal |
| Location: | Johannesburg |
| Reporting To: | Senior Legal advisor:Litigation |
| Grade: | F |
| Reference: | req5267 |
The closing date is on 27/07/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To provide professional comprehensive and credible legal advice and support on litigation and collection matters emanating from the application of corporate property and administrative law and support the Senior Manager Legal to ensure that Transnet Property (TP) operates its functions and powers in a lawful manner by safeguarding the legal interests of TP in all its dealings with internal & external parties in respect to administrative law governance litigation legal risk management and other legal related matters..
Position Outputs
Ensure proper legal risk management to minimise the risk of litigation against Transnet Property Manage all litigation matters for or against Transnet Property Engage and consult with attorneys relevant stakeholders and witnesses where required. Reduce pending litigation cases against Transnet Property Give instructions to attorneys and counsel during the litigation and arbitration hearing process assisting on preparing the necessary court/arbitration documents as well as management of invoices and legal budget Do research in preparation for court/arbitration cases Review legal costs payable to external service providers Assist the Senior legal advisor in Participation in negotiations and court proceedings Manage and maintain relationships with panel attorneys.
Drafting of legal opinions and provision of legal advice where required Advice on and prepare the relevant delegation of authorities on behalf of Transnet Property to ensure that mandates are carried out within prescribed delegated Authorities. Ensure proper legal risk management to minimise the risk of litigation against Transnet Property Manage all litigation matters for or against Transnet Property in line with the legal policy to ensure value for money. Engage and consult with management region officials attorneys relevant stakeholders and witnesses where required.
Proper identification and management of risks and opportunities as well as saving on insurance legal liability and other potential costs associated with risk exposures Provide instructions to attorneys and counsel during the litigation and arbitration hearing process assisting on preparing the necessary court/arbitration documents as well as management of invoices and legal budget Ensure that there is compliance in all respects with the PFMA and all relevant legislation impacting on Transnet Ensure implementation of a litigation and collection management system in Transnet so that the company is aware of litigation risk on various matters and acts in accordance with appropriate strategies to manage legal risks.
Attend to all queries emanating from the litigation and collection matters and manage staff and workflow emanating from the litigation and collection sphere. Provide legal advice to regional management on litigation and collection Provide accurate written & verbal legal opinion to Management regarding policies procedures and all business/operational issues of a legal nature Do research in preparation for court/arbitration cases and participate in negotiations and court proceedings Liaise and assist the credit control function on litigation and collection related issues Advice on and prepare the relevant delegation of authorities on behalf of Transnet Property to ensure that mandates are carried out within prescribed delegated Authorities Supervise and control the work allocation of the Collection administrative staff and manage the daily activities of the section.
Attend legal consultation and court cases to ensure that adequate instructions are given and proper legal guidance is given to ensure compliance with Transnet policies and to safeguard Transnet s reputation Advice Transnet on the interpretation application and implementation of various administrative law instruments so that Transnet adheres and complies with all applicable legislation Provide advice in developing implementing and monitoring administrative law legal frameworks policies and uniform norms and standards for the provision of legal services and management of legal risk Provide input into the drafting of policies and procedures against the governance and policy framework Report on all disputes and matters that may pose a reputational and financial risk to Transnet Provide advice to all Transnet Property regions on all litigation and collection related matters.
Conduct due diligence on litigation and collection related matters Draft legal opinion and provide ad hoc legal advice to regions and management on litigation related matters Conduct workshops on the management of various legal risk based on outcome of litigation cases.
Participate in various Committees within TP as delegated from time to time by Senior Legal Advisor and provide legal support to committees Provide regular reports on all activities falling under the litigation and collection sphere and conduct the relevant fact-finding exercises and inspections Analyse comment and interpret legislation relevant to Transnet and assisting in developing a risk management strategy for the organisation Participate in the undertaking of legal due diligence exercises to identify and mitigate legal risks facing Transnet.
Provide legal advice to Transnet teams in respect of all the disposal processes of non-core assets of Transnet ensuring compliance with all applicable legislations Monitor and handle all litigation and collection matters within TP and provide regular report to the Senior Legal Advisor Ensure document filling of all matters Undertake legal research (Statutes decisions legal articles codes and documents)
Drafting of legal opinions and provision of legal advice where required Advice on and prepare the relevant delegation of authorities on behalf of Transnet Property to ensure that mandates are carried out within prescribed delegated Authorities. Ensure proper legal risk management to minimise the risk of litigation against Transnet Property Manage all litigation matters for or against Transnet Property in line with the legal policy to ensure value for money. Engage and consult with management region officials attorneys relevant stakeholders and witnesses where required.
Proper identification and management of risks and opportunities as well as saving on insurance legal liability and other potential costs associated with risk exposures Provide instructions to attorneys and counsel during the litigation and arbitration hearing process assisting on preparing the necessary court/arbitration documents as well as management of invoices and legal budget Ensure that there is compliance in all respects with the PFMA and all relevant legislation impacting on Transnet Ensure implementation of a litigation and collection management system in Transnet so that the company is aware of litigation risk on various matters and acts in accordance with appropriate strategies to manage legal risks.
Attend to all queries emanating from the litigation and collection matters and manage staff and workflow emanating from the litigation and collection sphere. Provide legal advice to regional management on litigation and collection Provide accurate written & verbal legal opinion to Management regarding policies procedures and all business/operational issues of a legal nature Do research in preparation for court/arbitration cases and participate in negotiations and court proceedings Liaise and assist the credit control function on litigation and collection related issues Advice on and prepare the relevant delegation of authorities on behalf of Transnet Property to ensure that mandates are carried out within prescribed delegated Authorities Supervise and control the work allocation of the Collection administrative staff and manage the daily activities of the section.
Attend legal consultation and court cases to ensure that adequate instructions are given and proper legal guidance is given to ensure compliance with Transnet policies and to safeguard Transnet s reputation Advice Transnet on the interpretation application and implementation of various administrative law instruments so that Transnet adheres and complies with all applicable legislation Provide advice in developing implementing and monitoring administrative law legal frameworks policies and uniform norms and standards for the provision of legal services and management of legal risk Provide input into the drafting of policies and procedures against the governance and policy framework Report on all disputes and matters that may pose a reputational and financial risk to Transnet Provide advice to all Transnet Property regions on all litigation and collection related matters.
Conduct due diligence on litigation and collection related matters Draft legal opinion and provide ad hoc legal advice to regions and management on litigation related matters Conduct workshops on the management of various legal risk based on outcome of litigation cases.
Participate in various Committees within TP as delegated from time to time by Senior Legal Advisor and provide legal support to committees Provide regular reports on all activities falling under the litigation and collection sphere and conduct the relevant fact-finding exercises and inspections Analyse comment and interpret legislation relevant to Transnet and assisting in developing a risk management strategy for the organisation Participate in the undertaking of legal due diligence exercises to identify and mitigate legal risks facing Transnet.
Provide legal advice to Transnet teams in respect of all the disposal processes of non-core assets of Transnet ensuring compliance with all applicable legislations Monitor and handle all litigation and collection matters within TP and provide regular report to the Senior Legal Advisor Ensure document filling of all matters Undertake legal research (Statutes decisions legal articles codes and documents)
Qualifications and Experience
LLB Degree and Admission as an Attorney / Relevant Qualification / National Diploma (NQF 6/7); Advantageous: Transnet leadership Development Programme. Min 5 years relevant experience in a large enterprise preferably with 1 yrsupervisory or specialist experience.
Competencies
Strategy & Sustainability :. Innovation Strategy Implementation Strategy Communication Tactical ExecutionBusiness Performance & Delivery: Planning & Execution Customer focus Problem Solving Driving Performance Digital proficiency Business Forecasting Business Acumen Managing Risk Data Management Business BrandingPersonal Mastery:Stress Management Self-awareness Learning Orientation Resilience Grit Personal Brand Self Discipline Accountability Time Management Positive thinking Goal SettingManaging Relationships:mpact & Influence Collaboration Building Partnerships Communication and Engagement Embracing Diversity Networking Managing ConflictInspirational Leadership:Managing Talent Shaping Culture Team Inspiration Building Effective Teams Managing Change Ethical Leadership Leadership Presence Living the Transnet ValuesCorporateGovernanceRisk & Compliance (GRC):Governance risk and Compliance(GRC) Strategy Performance Culture Review Governance Structure andresourcing Standards Integrity and ethical conduct Safety Practices Risk Management GRC Assessment GRC Performance Strategies Monitoring and reporting
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days please consider your application as unsuccessful.
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Required Experience:
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