About this role
Requisition Details REQ 147369 Veronica Manyike Location: Sandton,Johannesburg Closing Date: 27 August 2026 Job Family Risk, Audit and Compliance Career Stream Legal Leadership Pipeline Manage Self: Professional Job Purpose To provide legal advise to business unit to mitigate risk to Nedbank. Job Responsibilities Litigation Support Assist senior legal advisors and the Head of Litigation with all litigation matters. Provide litigation strategy by assessing case merits, identifying legal risks, and recommending appropriate courses of action to protect the organisation’s interests. This includes: Developing litigation plans and timelines. Advising on settlement strategies and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) options. Aligning litigation tactics with broader business and reputational objectives. Manage litigation invoices and liaise with external legal service providers (attorneys and advocates). Provide legal advice and support on litigation-related matters to internal stakeholders. Report on litigation and legal risk matters through structured risk reports and presentations. Legal Advisory & Risk Management Provide legal advice to support business in achieving its risk and compliance objectives. Develop, manage, and implement legal risk policies, procedures, and practices. Respond to ad hoc legal and risk-related queries from internal stakeholders. Support the Group Legal Strategy through proactive legal risk management and governance. Optimise the risk management performance of the organisation by identifying, recommending, and executing legal risk strategies within the Group’s defined risk appetite. Research & Compliance Conduct legal research and stay abreast of relevant legislation, case law, and court directives. Ensure compliance with legal, governance, and regulatory requirements. Embed a strong risk culture by promoting awareness and adherence to legal risk protocols. Liaise with regulators and industry bodies on litigation matters with broader compliance or reputational implications. Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure satisfaction and timely delivery of legal services. Manage relationships with external legal counsel to ensure quality and cost-effective service delivery. Provide training and awareness sessions on legal risk and compliance matters. Participate in corporate responsibility initiatives aligned with business strategy (e.g., Green Strategy). Process Improvement & Transformation Identify and recommend improvements to legal and business processes, models, and systems. Drive transformation goals by participating in organisational culture-building initiatives (e.g., staff surveys). Obtain buy-in for new or enhanced legal processes by demonstrating value to stakeholders. Identify opportunities for early resolution of disputes to minimise litigation exposure and costs. Job Responsibilities Continue Knowledge Management Maintain a repository of litigation precedents, legal opinions, and case outcomes to support institutional knowledge and improve future legal decision-making. Share knowledge and legal industry trends with team members through formal and informal interactions. Reporting & Analytics Develop and maintain dashboards or reports that track litigation trends, costs, and outcomes. Provide insights to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement in legal risk management. Personal Development & Mentorship Continuously improve personal capability by identifying relevant training and development opportunities. Complete all required learning activities and maintain necessary certifications within specified timeframes. Mentor junior legal staff and contribute to their professional development through coaching, feedback, and knowledge sharing. Essential Qualifications - NQF Level Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees Essential Qualifications Must hold an LLB degree (or an equivalent recognized law degree) Admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa Minimum Experience Level Must have 2 - 4 years post articles experience as a legal professional Experience handling litigation matters, including managing disputes, liaising with external counsel, and overseeing legal proceedings. Technical / Professional Knowledge Business principles Business writing Governance, Risk and Controls Nedbank culture and values Nedbank policies and procedures Nedbank vision and strategy Relevant regulatory knowledge Relevant software and systems knowledge Stakeholder management Management information and reporting principles, tools and mechanisms Behavioural Competencies Communication Decision Making Managing Work Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills Continuous Learning Innovation Disclaimer Preference may be given to suitably qualified and appointable applicants for underrepresented groups. Please contact the Nedbank Recruiting Team at +27 860 555 566 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please contact the Nedbank Recruiting Team at +27 860 555 566