Role: Legal Operations Executive - Specialised Collections
Reporting to: Senior Management
Location: Johannesburg, Sandton
Job Purpose:
The Legal Operations Executive - Specialised Collections will play a pivotal role in leading and managing the legal team, direct the legal collection approach while collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders. Positioned at the forefront of complex issues impacting current and future business models, this role serves as a key member of the management team.
Responsibilities include guiding, motivating, and developing Team Managers and legal consultants to optimize productivity, efficiency and ultimately maximizing net recoveries. The Legal Operations Executive will drive strategy development, capacity building, and effective implementation of agreed business strategies, ensuring financial and operational success.
Key Performance Areas:
Under the guidance of Senior Management, the Legal Operations Executive will have the following responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- Provide comprehensive guidance on legal, compliance, and risk management strategies while also spearheading strategic initiatives, including the recruitment and supervision of a proficient legal team.
- Offer expert advice on pertinent laws and regulations covering various areas such as litigation, real estate, and contract negotiations.
- Proactively develop, implement, and refine legal frameworks and initiatives to ensure ongoing compliance and efficiency.
- Conduct thorough reviews of contracts to ensure alignment with relevant laws and stay abreast of regulatory changes.
- Lead and mentor specialized teams and Team Managers, nurturing their professional growth and capabilities.
- Develop and execute outsourcing strategies for litigation recovery, optimizing outcomes and efficiency.
- Oversee the performance of external litigation partners, ensuring alignment with objectives and regulatory standards.
- Monitor and optimize panel performance to maximize recoveries and ensure regulatory adherence.
- Achieve or surpass Internal Collections Key Performance Indicators by effectively managing personnel, processes, and technology within budgetary constraints.
- Identify and execute targeted campaigns to enhance collections, refine operational tactics, and facilitate comprehensive training and development initiatives.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring operational plans and objectives are met with efficiency and effectiveness.
- Establish streamlined administrative processes to enhance departmental efficiency and provide strategic leadership to elevate operational capabilities.
- Generate insightful reporting and analysis to optimize outcomes and maintain strong strategic partnerships with executives, senior managers, and support staff.
Qualifications and requirements:
- LLB or equivalent Law Degree (LLM preferred)
- Admitted Attorney/Advocate
- Minimum 5 years of experience in debt collections litigation, foreclosures, and real estate.
- Minimum 5 years of management and leadership experience.
- Familiarity with relevant regulations such as the Protection of Personal Information Act, Prescription Act, National Credit Act, and Consumer Protection Act, as they relate to collections and litigation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Analytical mindset with a consistent application of sound judgment.
- Proficient in MS Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- This role presents an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the legal department, driving impactful outcomes and contributing to the overall success of the organization.
Working Hours:
You will be required to work a maximum of 45 hours per week, scheduled between 07:00 am and 20:30pm, Monday to Friday.
Remuneration Structure:
- Benefits at the full cost to the Employer;
- Funeral Cover (at the full cost of the employer)
- Life Cover (at the full cost of the Employer)
- Disability Cover (at the full cost of the Employer)
ONLY APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS MAY BE SHORTLISTED FOR AN INTERVIEW
This appointment will be made in line with the Nimble Group Employment Equity Plan
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Last updated on Mar 14, 2024