Werksmans Attorneys

ACCOUNTANT

SANDTON

An exciting opportunity exists in the finance department for an Accountant,
reporting to the CFO and the Financial Manager

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Assist with the monthly management accounts and schedules
• Maintenance of general ledger
• Monthly management accounts
• Fixed assets register maintenance
• Banking custodian
• Processing of instalment sales
• Legal Practice Council interest recording and payments
• Reporting to Stats SA
• Assist with the preparation of audit pack
• Assist with the company tax return schedules
• Ad-hoc reports, administration and filing
• Development of juniors in the team

Competencies:

• Efficient and effective financial management
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Team player
• Good time management and deadline driven
• Accurate and meticulous

Requirements:

• BCom Accounting Degree
• 3 – 5 years experience (completed articles with an auditing firm would be an advantage)

Note: This is an on-site position

Should you wish to discuss your interest in this position please contact:
Jeanarie Norquoy
jnorquoy@werksmans.com
+27 11 535 8380

AML ONBOARDING OFFICER

(SANDTON)

An exciting opportunity exists in the Risk and Compliance Department for an AML
Onboarding Officer, reporting to the General Counsel, Head of risk and Compliance

The main purpose of the role is to assist with the following:

• Attend to new client onboarding and client reviews;
• FICA Remediation Projects (including remediating deficient client data and remediation of existing client population); and
• manage the outstanding Client Due Diligence (CDD) requirements with lawyers and secretaries on a monthly basisand to report on same; as well as escalate certain matters to mitigate risk.

Key Responsibilities

• accurately capture client data on the onboarding system;
• conduct CDD in respect of clients;
• conduct research in respect of various sources (eg CIPC, Department of Home Affairs, etc);
• analyse sanctions, PEP and adverse media alerts on the system when onboarding and reviewing . Distinguish between ‘false positives’ and ‘actual hits’;
• conduct Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) in respect of high-risk clients. (including summarising adverse media reports and review of sanctions against individuals, entities and countries);
• prepare Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) templates for high-risk clients and submit same to the Risk Committee for
  consideration. Action the decision of the Risk Committee;
• liaise with lawyers and secretaries to obtain outstanding CDD and EDD information;
• Attend to daily alerts raised by the onboarding system to determine whether or not they are ‘false positives’.
• Ensure that CDD information is current when new matters are opened for existing clients. Update existing clients’ CDD information and re-screen and re-rate existing clients with new matters;
• Conduct ad hoc and periodic reviews on existing client population;
• Analyse constitutive documents of entity type clients, share registers, shareholder agreements, etc in order to determine the Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs) for entity type clients and document evidence in respect of same.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of the Firm’s internal screening list;
• Ensure that all onboarding and reviews comply with the Firm’s Risk Management and Compliance Programme (RMCP); • Assist with AML compliance projects and any other AML-related tasks as assigned from time to time; and• Assist with general reporting.

Any of the following degrees and/or qualifications:

• LLB;
• BCOM;
• Risk Certificate (advantageous);
• Anti-Money Laundering Certificate (advantageous);
• Compliance Certificate (advantageous).

Attributes

• Ability to maintain constructive working relationships;
• Accuracy and excellent attention to detail;• Good time management and problemsolving skills and able to work under pressure;
• Good administrative skills;
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written);
• Strong team player; and
• Willing to learn

Experience

• at least 1-2 years relevant experience; and/or
• at least 1-2 years of experience in a
  legal risk or compliance environment.

Computer literacy

• Word;
• Powerpoint (advantageous); and• Excel (advantageous).

Should you wish to discuss your interest in this position please contact:
Sarah O’Brien
sobrien@werksmans.com
+27 11 535 8277

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

SANDTON

An opportunity exists in the BD & Marketing Department for a Business Development
Specialist, reporting to the Head of Business and Practice Development

Key areas of responsibility include:

Assist with BD strategy development, planning and implementation across all practice areas, offices and key
client initiatives
▪ Build internal awareness of client development and BD efforts generally through effective use of internal
communication channels and supporting systems / infrastructure
▪ Create and maintain account plans for identified key clients and manage any subsequent actions to ensure
momentum across our CRM efforts
▪ Oversee deal reporting and directory submissions
▪ Overall management of the pitching process for a seamless experience from start to finish including
management of the central repository of pitch materials that are client-ready
▪ Measure and report on progress at regular intervals
▪ Conduct competitive analysis to develop insights on both market and client movements to keep our CRM
approaches distinctive

Requirements:

▪ BA/Bcom degree in Marketing or related field.
▪ Minimum of 3 – 5 years’ work experience preferably in a CRM / BD
capacity in a corporate / professional services environment.
▪ Previous knowledge of client retention / target programme roll-out
▪ Experience / exposure to the Legal Services industry would be
preferable

Competencies:

▪ Good command of the English language
▪ Strong project management skills
▪ Delivery orientated
▪ Relationship builder
▪ Capable of interacting at a high level
▪ Ability to work under pressure, multi-task and
prioritise
▪ Someone who leads by example

Should you wish to discuss your interest in this position please contact:
Jeanarie Norquoy
jnorquoy@werksmans.com
+27 11 535 8380

Your career at Werksmans – Lawyers

Werksmans has dedicated a significant amount of time, resources, and leadership focus in order to build a great firm which attracts, develops, excites, and retains exceptional individuals.

We strive to create an environment that enables our people to make their own mark by bringing their unique skills, talents and attributes which are valued and continuously nurtured.

If you are interested in applying for a role, click here to see our current vacancies – Experienced Lawyers Vacancies

For any queries, please contact careers@werksmans.com.

Training, learning and mentorship

Everyone who joins Werksmans is expected to make an impact; we do not however, expect you to do this on your own. We invest significantly in the training and development of our people. Our aim is to help you develop your skills, relationships, confidence and future.

We have regular feedback discussions and development plans put in place for each lawyer with senior directors to help you grow and progress in your career.

We believe in focusing on people’s strengths. At Werksmans you are encouraged to integrate your unique and personal interests into your work and what you bring to your team and clients.

Because ours is a culture of nurturing, you are likely to be mentored, both formally and informally within the firm. You are encouraged to offer your insights, experience in order to help those around you.

Ultimately your career at Werksmans lies in your hands, you can make it your own, excel and advance at your own pace, while secure in the knowledge that you will be supported each step of the way.