Legal Operations Manager (12 month fixed-term contract)
De Beers Group
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Contract type: Full time
Company Description
You’ll make us shine
You enjoy being part of a talented and diverse team and can communicate easily and openly with your colleagues.
You are also passionate about quality work and know that good communication does not just happen – a great deal of care is taken to ensure accuracy, consistency and timeliness.
With a fascinating product, a global business and great stories to tell, come and be part of our team.
We’re the world’s leading diamond company – a unique luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion and knowledge of our people.
To push our company forwards, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who spark fresh thinking and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions
In return, we provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions.
Job Description
The Legal function provides strategic legal advice to senior group stakeholders globally in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements, and supports and enables the achievement of the De Beers Group’s business objectives while managing risk and identifying opportunities for value creation and continuous improvement.
To develop, coordinate, support and manage the operational framework within which the Legal function partners with the business to deliver the business’ strategic objectives, fostering innovation and technological advancement, promoting best practices and knowledge sharing and identifying risks and opportunities with specific reference to the provision of in-house legal.
In the role of Legal Operations Manger, the day to day responsibilities include,
De Beers Group is a company with a rich history and a sparkling future. Since 1888 our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us. Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group’s people, shareholders, communities and partners.
Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Referrals Referral incentive applicable: This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Employee Referral Scheme. Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.
You’ll make us shine
You enjoy being part of a talented and diverse team and can communicate easily and openly with your colleagues.
You are also passionate about quality work and know that good communication does not just happen – a great deal of care is taken to ensure accuracy, consistency and timeliness.
With a fascinating product, a global business and great stories to tell, come and be part of our team.
We’re the world’s leading diamond company – a unique luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion and knowledge of our people.
To push our company forwards, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who spark fresh thinking and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions
In return, we provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions.
Job Description
The Legal function provides strategic legal advice to senior group stakeholders globally in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements, and supports and enables the achievement of the De Beers Group’s business objectives while managing risk and identifying opportunities for value creation and continuous improvement.
To develop, coordinate, support and manage the operational framework within which the Legal function partners with the business to deliver the business’ strategic objectives, fostering innovation and technological advancement, promoting best practices and knowledge sharing and identifying risks and opportunities with specific reference to the provision of in-house legal.
In the role of Legal Operations Manger, the day to day responsibilities include,
- Support the creation of a legal integration framework and service delivery model.
- Identify, advocate for and integrate legal tech solutions to improve legal operations, including contract management systems and AI-driven analytics.
- Partner with IM and vendors to innovate, especially in legal permitting and contracting space.
- Stay updated with legal technology trends, keeping the legal team at the forefront of advances.
- Establish an legal risk reporting standard and oversee regular reporting.
- Formulate a proactive risk management approach for Legal and collaborate across jurisdictions for consistent risk evaluation and mitigation.
- Host team meetings and workshops for knowledge sharing and addressing emerging issues.
- Cultivate a culture where team members contribute to and access a central knowledge base.
- Oversee the training initiatives for the legal team, ensuring they're equipped with necessary expertise.
- Identify skill gaps and promote ongoing professional growth for the team.
- Design a strategy for managing the legal budget, focusing on cost-effectiveness.
- Track and report on the budget performance of the legal division.
- Refine legal processes and strategies to maintain the Health of Discipline for Legal.
- Qualified lawyer with experience working in a similar role for a large global organisation
- Operational experience in understanding value chains and process driven organisations
- Commercial, Finance business partnering experience
- Experience in a multinational business of comparable scale and complexity
- Knowledge of key themes and drivers of an in house legal environment, including cost management, technology and risk management
- Familiarity with legal operations preferred but not essential
- Familiarity with legal management software
- Knowledge of AI-driven legal analytics tools and their application
- Ability to evaluate and integrate emerging legal tech solutions
- Proficiency in using collaboration tools and platforms suitable for global teams
- Ability to identify training needs and source relevant training modules
- Skills in budget planning
- Skills in data visualization and presentation
- Understanding of project management methodologies suitable for legal projects
- Establish, implement and use a clear governance, delegation and decision making system
- Understanding of key internal and external metrics, rule sets and standards
- Performance analysis in relation to legal processes and the ability to understand legal processes as a series of repeatable tasks
- Perform analysis in relation to assessing legal risk
- Strong organisation skills and a high level of attention to detail
- A great working environment
- The opportunity to develop your skills within a growing company
- Staff discount
- Fantastic pension scheme
- We have up to 27 days of holiday with the opportunity to buy or sell 5 more days
- Mental health is a top priority for De Beers Group.
- We offer free subscription to Headspace and have mental health first aider
- Competitive salary
- Exceptional benefits package
- Employee share schemes and variable salary components
- Your Choice membership discounts
- Free breakfast and lunch at on-site staff restaurant
De Beers Group is a company with a rich history and a sparkling future. Since 1888 our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us. Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group’s people, shareholders, communities and partners.
Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Referrals Referral incentive applicable: This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Employee Referral Scheme. Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.
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