Legal Administrator – Credit & Compliance

About the role

The Legal Administrator will manage the legal and compliance administration of the credit agreement lifecycle for Halfway Finance’s vehicle and solar finance operations. This includes handling Section 129 notices, adverse listings, voluntary surrenders, refinancing, contract amendments, deceased estate matters and debt review processes while ensuring compliance with the National Credit Act, POPIA and FICA.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and issue Section 129 and adverse listing letters.
• Process voluntary surrender applications.
• Refinance surrendered vehicles and other assets.
• Manage contract amendments and related documentation.
• Handle deceased estate matters in accordance with legal requirements.
• Oversee debt review processes and related compliance.
• Perform ad‑hoc administrative and office duties as needed.

Required profile

• Matric (Grade 12) required; relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Business Management, Credit Management, Law or a related field is advantageous.
• 2–3 years experience in legal administration, collections or credit‑finance environments, including practical work with Section 129 notices, voluntary surrenders, refinancing, contract amendments, deceased estates and debt review.

Required skills

• Finance management systems.
• Microsoft Excel.
• Microsoft Outlook.
• Microsoft Word.