Deputy Director – Legal Services

About the role

The Ulundi Municipality is looking for a senior legal professional to serve as Deputy Director – Legal Services within the Office of the Municipal Manager. The role will lead the provision of legal advice, ensure compliance with legislation and council policies, and support the municipality’s strategic objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Direct and control the provision of professional legal guidance, advice and opinions, and monitor compliance with procedural applications.
• Manage the introduction and implementation of procedures that regulate the delivery of comprehensive legal services.
• Draft, review and vet contractual agreements to ensure compliance with legislative and council policy requirements.
• Apply legal procedures to institute or defend legal actions on behalf of the council and manage conflicts of interest.
• Develop, align and assess risk for council policies and by‑laws, and disseminate strategic information on short‑ and long‑term objectives.
• Conduct case law and legal research, evaluate organisational controls and recommend policy improvements, and analyse legal cost trends for budgeting purposes.

Required profile

• LLB degree or equivalent qualification with completed articles.
• Valid Code EB driving licence.