Land Bank and Agriculture Bank of South Africa

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Office Administrator : Satellite – Vryheid

Closing Date
2025/02/04
Reference Number
LAN250129-7
Job Title Office Administrator : Satellite – Vryheid
Division Banking
Unit Commercial Development Banking
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Town / City Vryheid
Job Advert Summary
The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) is South Africa’s only specialist agricultural bank established in 1912, the bank’s sole objective is to serve South African commercial and emerging farmers and bring specially designed financial services within their reach. These services enable farmers to finance land, equipment, improve assets and obtain production credit. The Land Bank provides financial services that have moved with the times and continues to provide services to agri-business and constantly reviews its offerings to ensure that they match the needs of an industry. As change has swept across the sector in South Africa the socio-economic makeup of agriculture has altered, bringing new entrants from historically disadvantaged backgrounds on to the land, these new farmers, facing the challenges of establishing sustainable agri-businesses across the agricultural value chain, Land Bank has been a commercial lifeline offering appropriately designed financial products that facilitate personal and commercial viability in a sector that is vital to the sustainability of South Africa and its people.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Support the delivery of a consistently excellent customer experience acting as the first point of client contact at the provincial office.

In addition, responsible for the daily handling and reconciliation of petty cash and financial and general administrative duties to support the Provincial Head and other staff in accordance with established procedures, guidelines and schedules.

Daily activities within the Satellite Office include reception, switchboard,and asset management reception, switchboard, record management,internal meetings scheduling, minutes taking, office budget inputing & monitoring, support Relationship Managers with account management administrative tasks, client appointment & meetinings scheduling , asset management. Office stakeholder events co-ordination and using internal systems such as Onbase, creating BP numbers and contracts on SAP.

Key Performance Areas

1. Office administration and secretarial duties

Maintain office filing and storage systems and keep filing / document management system up to date.
Create list of documents to be destroyed as part of the annual document clean-up process.
Monitor and order office supplies such as stationery & refreshments etc.
Maintain supplier vendor list.
Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail, and prepare outgoing mail as directed.
Perform errands that assist daily functions e.g. post office and banking.
May be required to perform additional secretarial duties.
Support needs of Provincial Manager where required:

Coordinate and manage schedule, including meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
Arranged necessary requirements for meetings or events occuring at Satellite office.
Support Banking Team:

Check the intranet and update CRM in support of leads management for the Satellite Office.
Scan client loan and grant application supporting documents.
Save supporting documents on Onbase for relevant client file.

2. Perform reception and switchboard function

Meet and greet clients, ensuring that clients are directed to the appropriate individual.
Answer telephones, direct calls, take messages and return calls as appropriate.
Responsible for directing of general queries to the appropriate individual.
Events management and external stakeholder management

Coordinate events with internal and external stakeholders where required and scheduling events ensuring they align with both internal and external stakeholders.
Serving as the primary point of contact for all external stakeholders.
Sending invitations, confirmations, and follow-up communications to participants.
Being a champion of governanace and reporting

Champion governance and compliance by ensuring reporting documentation is done correctly.
Ensuring that all governance-related documents are properly maintained and accessible.

3. Support financial and payroll administration

Asset Control and Purchase
o Keep and update records of all assets in building and submit to Head Office to ensure that all items are bar-coded.
o Periodically conduct stock take and update records to ensure balancing.

Payment Requests
Prepare request for payments requisition together with supporting documentation; i.e. invoices, reports, memos, letters, client (financial statements) and other documents, as directed by the Provincial Head, send requests for payments where required to head Office.
Provide documentation sourced from files and records as requested.
Provide information for auditing purposes as directed by Provincial Head.
Update all the relevant registers.
Perform procurement related activities.
Support fleet management.
Manage Petty Cash.
Accounts payables.
Journal requests.

4. Effective and efficient management of Land Banks records in on-site and off-site storage in accordance to legislation and the banks policies and procedures. Records Management

Ensure proper storage of records on-site in accordance with legislation and Land Bank’s policies.
Ensure effective inventory lists are available for records assets on-site for efficient tracability of records.
Monitor and document records transferred to off-site storage to ensure accountability and tracability of records when needed.
Monitor and document retrieved records from off-site storage and record tracking to ensure accountability and records tracability at all times.

5. Continued tracking and management of records in accordance to Land Bank’s Retention Schedule, effective records monitoring of the required retention and the subsequent destruction process thereafter

Manage and apply the records retention process on site in accordance to legislation and Land Bank’s policies and retention schedule
Apply for required disposal permission and ensure effective management of the subsequent disposal of records including the proof of destruction certification process thereafter.
Preferred Minimum Education and Experience
Relevant office or business administration certification or Relevant diploma
Experience in administration in a similar position – 2 years
Critical Competencies
Administrative
Computer Literacy
Communication
Co-ordination
Reporting
Interpersonal
Planning
Problem solving
Writing
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Additional Requirements
Extended hours as and when required

Office Administrator : Satellite – Kroonstad

Closing Date
2025/02/04
Reference Number
LAN250129-6
Job Title Office Administrator : Satellite – Kroonstad
Division Banking
Unit Commercial Development Banking
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Free State
Location – Town / City Kroonstad
Job Advert Summary
The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) is South Africa’s only specialist agricultural bank established in 1912, the bank’s sole objective is to serve South African commercial and emerging farmers and bring specially designed financial services within their reach. These services enable farmers to finance land, equipment, improve assets and obtain production credit. The Land Bank provides financial services that have moved with the times and continues to provide services to agri-business and constantly reviews its offerings to ensure that they match the needs of an industry. As change has swept across the sector in South Africa the socio-economic makeup of agriculture has altered, bringing new entrants from historically disadvantaged backgrounds on to the land, these new farmers, facing the challenges of establishing sustainable agri-businesses across the agricultural value chain, Land Bank has been a commercial lifeline offering appropriately designed financial products that facilitate personal and commercial viability in a sector that is vital to the sustainability of South Africa and its people.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Support the delivery of a consistently excellent customer experience acting as the first point of client contact at the provincial office.

In addition, responsible for the daily handling and reconciliation of petty cash and financial and general administrative duties to support the Provincial Head and other staff in accordance with established procedures, guidelines and schedules.

Daily activities within the Satellite Office include reception, switchboard,and asset management reception, switchboard, record management,internal meetings scheduling, minutes taking, office budget inputing & monitoring, support Relationship Managers with account management administrative tasks, client appointment & meetinings scheduling , asset management. Office stakeholder events co-ordination and using internal systems such as Onbase, creating BP numbers and contracts on SAP.

Key Performance Areas

1. Office administration and secretarial duties

Maintain office filing and storage systems and keep filing / document management system up to date.
Create list of documents to be destroyed as part of the annual document clean-up process.
Monitor and order office supplies such as stationery & refreshments etc.
Maintain supplier vendor list.
Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail, and prepare outgoing mail as directed.
Perform errands that assist daily functions e.g. post office and banking.
May be required to perform additional secretarial duties.
Support needs of Provincial Manager where required:

Coordinate and manage schedule, including meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
Arranged necessary requirements for meetings or events occuring at Satellite office.
Support Banking Team:

Check the intranet and update CRM in support of leads management for the Satellite Office.
Scan client loan and grant application supporting documents.
Save supporting documents on Onbase for relevant client file.

2. Perform reception and switchboard function

Meet and greet clients, ensuring that clients are directed to the appropriate individual.
Answer telephones, direct calls, take messages and return calls as appropriate.
Responsible for directing of general queries to the appropriate individual.
Events management and external stakeholder management

Coordinate events with internal and external stakeholders where required and scheduling events ensuring they align with both internal and external stakeholders.
Serving as the primary point of contact for all external stakeholders.
Sending invitations, confirmations, and follow-up communications to participants.
Being a champion of governanace and reporting

Champion governance and compliance by ensuring reporting documentation is done correctly.
Ensuring that all governance-related documents are properly maintained and accessible.

3. Support financial and payroll administration

Asset Control and Purchase
o Keep and update records of all assets in building and submit to Head Office to ensure that all items are bar-coded.
o Periodically conduct stock take and update records to ensure balancing.

Payment Requests
Prepare request for payments requisition together with supporting documentation; i.e. invoices, reports, memos, letters, client (financial statements) and other documents, as directed by the Provincial Head, send requests for payments where required to head Office.
Provide documentation sourced from files and records as requested.
Provide information for auditing purposes as directed by Provincial Head.
Update all the relevant registers.
Perform procurement related activities.
Support fleet management.
Manage Petty Cash.
Accounts payables.
Journal requests.

4. Effective and efficient management of Land Banks records in on-site and off-site storage in accordance to legislation and the banks policies and procedures. Records Management

Ensure proper storage of records on-site in accordance with legislation and Land Bank’s policies.
Ensure effective inventory lists are available for records assets on-site for efficient tracability of records.
Monitor and document records transferred to off-site storage to ensure accountability and tracability of records when needed.
Monitor and document retrieved records from off-site storage and record tracking to ensure accountability and records tracability at all times.

5. Continued tracking and management of records in accordance to Land Bank’s Retention Schedule, effective records monitoring of the required retention and the subsequent destruction process thereafter

Manage and apply the records retention process on site in accordance to legislation and Land Bank’s policies and retention schedule
Apply for required disposal permission and ensure effective management of the subsequent disposal of records including the proof of destruction certification process thereafter.
Preferred Minimum Education and Experience
Relevant office or business administration certification or Relevant diploma
Experience in administration in a similar position – 2 years
Critical Competencies
Administrative
Computer Literacy
Communication
Co-ordination
Reporting
Interpersonal
Planning
Problem solving
Writing
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Additional Requirements
Extended hours as and when required

Office Administrator : Satellite – Bethlehem

Closing Date
2025/02/04
Reference Number
LAN250129-5
Job Title Office Administrator : Satellite – Bethlehem
Division Banking
Unit Commercial Development Banking
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Free State
Location – Town / City Bethlehem
Job Advert Summary
The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) is South Africa’s only specialist agricultural bank established in 1912, the bank’s sole objective is to serve South African commercial and emerging farmers and bring specially designed financial services within their reach. These services enable farmers to finance land, equipment, improve assets and obtain production credit. The Land Bank provides financial services that have moved with the times and continues to provide services to agri-business and constantly reviews its offerings to ensure that they match the needs of an industry. As change has swept across the sector in South Africa the socio-economic makeup of agriculture has altered, bringing new entrants from historically disadvantaged backgrounds on to the land, these new farmers, facing the challenges of establishing sustainable agri-businesses across the agricultural value chain, Land Bank has been a commercial lifeline offering appropriately designed financial products that facilitate personal and commercial viability in a sector that is vital to the sustainability of South Africa and its people.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Support the delivery of a consistently excellent customer experience acting as the first point of client contact at the provincial office.

In addition, responsible for the daily handling and reconciliation of petty cash and financial and general administrative duties to support the Provincial Head and other staff in accordance with established procedures, guidelines and schedules.

Daily activities within the Satellite Office include reception, switchboard,and asset management reception, switchboard, record management,internal meetings scheduling, minutes taking, office budget inputing & monitoring, support Relationship Managers with account management administrative tasks, client appointment & meetinings scheduling , asset management. Office stakeholder events co-ordination and using internal systems such as Onbase, creating BP numbers and contracts on SAP.

Key Performance Areas

1. Office administration and secretarial duties

Maintain office filing and storage systems and keep filing / document management system up to date.
Create list of documents to be destroyed as part of the annual document clean-up process.
Monitor and order office supplies such as stationery & refreshments etc.
Maintain supplier vendor list.
Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail, and prepare outgoing mail as directed.
Perform errands that assist daily functions e.g. post office and banking.
May be required to perform additional secretarial duties.
Support needs of Provincial Manager where required:

Coordinate and manage schedule, including meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
Arranged necessary requirements for meetings or events occuring at Satellite office.
Support Banking Team:

Check the intranet and update CRM in support of leads management for the Satellite Office.
Scan client loan and grant application supporting documents.
Save supporting documents on Onbase for relevant client file.

2. Perform reception and switchboard function

Meet and greet clients, ensuring that clients are directed to the appropriate individual.
Answer telephones, direct calls, take messages and return calls as appropriate.
Responsible for directing of general queries to the appropriate individual.
Events management and external stakeholder management

Coordinate events with internal and external stakeholders where required and scheduling events ensuring they align with both internal and external stakeholders.
Serving as the primary point of contact for all external stakeholders.
Sending invitations, confirmations, and follow-up communications to participants.
Being a champion of governanace and reporting

Champion governance and compliance by ensuring reporting documentation is done correctly.
Ensuring that all governance-related documents are properly maintained and accessible.

3. Support financial and payroll administration

Asset Control and Purchase
o Keep and update records of all assets in building and submit to Head Office to ensure that all items are bar-coded.
o Periodically conduct stock take and update records to ensure balancing.

Payment Requests
Prepare request for payments requisition together with supporting documentation; i.e. invoices, reports, memos, letters, client (financial statements) and other documents, as directed by the Provincial Head, send requests for payments where required to head Office.
Provide documentation sourced from files and records as requested.
Provide information for auditing purposes as directed by Provincial Head.
Update all the relevant registers.
Perform procurement related activities.
Support fleet management.
Manage Petty Cash.
Accounts payables.
Journal requests.

4. Effective and efficient management of Land Banks records in on-site and off-site storage in accordance to legislation and the banks policies and procedures. Records Management

Ensure proper storage of records on-site in accordance with legislation and Land Bank’s policies.
Ensure effective inventory lists are available for records assets on-site for efficient tracability of records.
Monitor and document records transferred to off-site storage to ensure accountability and tracability of records when needed.
Monitor and document retrieved records from off-site storage and record tracking to ensure accountability and records tracability at all times.

5. Continued tracking and management of records in accordance to Land Bank’s Retention Schedule, effective records monitoring of the required retention and the subsequent destruction process thereafter

Manage and apply the records retention process on site in accordance to legislation and Land Bank’s policies and retention schedule
Apply for required disposal permission and ensure effective management of the subsequent disposal of records including the proof of destruction certification process thereafter.
Preferred Minimum Education and Experience
Relevant office or business administration certification or Relevant diploma
Experience in administration in a similar position – 2 years
Critical Competencies
Administrative
Computer Literacy
Communication
Co-ordination
Reporting
Interpersonal
Planning
Problem solving
Writing
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Additional Requirements
Extended hours as and when required

Office Administrator : Satellite – Douglas

Closing Date
2025/02/04
Reference Number
LAN250129-4
Job Title Office Administrator : Satellite – Douglas
Division Banking
Unit Commercial Development Banking
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Northern Cape
Location – Town / City Douglas
Job Advert Summary
The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) is South Africa’s only specialist agricultural bank established in 1912, the bank’s sole objective is to serve South African commercial and emerging farmers and bring specially designed financial services within their reach. These services enable farmers to finance land, equipment, improve assets and obtain production credit. The Land Bank provides financial services that have moved with the times and continues to provide services to agri-business and constantly reviews its offerings to ensure that they match the needs of an industry. As change has swept across the sector in South Africa the socio-economic makeup of agriculture has altered, bringing new entrants from historically disadvantaged backgrounds on to the land, these new farmers, facing the challenges of establishing sustainable agri-businesses across the agricultural value chain, Land Bank has been a commercial lifeline offering appropriately designed financial products that facilitate personal and commercial viability in a sector that is vital to the sustainability of South Africa and its people.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Support the delivery of a consistently excellent customer experience acting as the first point of client contact at the provincial office.

In addition, responsible for the daily handling and reconciliation of petty cash and financial and general administrative duties to support the Provincial Head and other staff in accordance with established procedures, guidelines and schedules.

Daily activities within the Satellite Office include reception, switchboard,and asset management reception, switchboard, record management,internal meetings scheduling, minutes taking, office budget inputing & monitoring, support Relationship Managers with account management administrative tasks, client appointment & meetinings scheduling , asset management. Office stakeholder events co-ordination and using internal systems such as Onbase, creating BP numbers and contracts on SAP.

Key Performance Areas

1. Office administration and secretarial duties

Maintain office filing and storage systems and keep filing / document management system up to date.
Create list of documents to be destroyed as part of the annual document clean-up process.
Monitor and order office supplies such as stationery & refreshments etc.
Maintain supplier vendor list.
Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail, and prepare outgoing mail as directed.
Perform errands that assist daily functions e.g. post office and banking.
May be required to perform additional secretarial duties.
Support needs of Provincial Manager where required:

Coordinate and manage schedule, including meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
Arranged necessary requirements for meetings or events occuring at Satellite office.
Support Banking Team:

Check the intranet and update CRM in support of leads management for the Satellite Office.
Scan client loan and grant application supporting documents.
Save supporting documents on Onbase for relevant client file.

2. Perform reception and switchboard function

Meet and greet clients, ensuring that clients are directed to the appropriate individual.
Answer telephones, direct calls, take messages and return calls as appropriate.
Responsible for directing of general queries to the appropriate individual.
Events management and external stakeholder management

Coordinate events with internal and external stakeholders where required and scheduling events ensuring they align with both internal and external stakeholders.
Serving as the primary point of contact for all external stakeholders.
Sending invitations, confirmations, and follow-up communications to participants.
Being a champion of governanace and reporting

Champion governance and compliance by ensuring reporting documentation is done correctly.
Ensuring that all governance-related documents are properly maintained and accessible.

3. Support financial and payroll administration

Asset Control and Purchase
o Keep and update records of all assets in building and submit to Head Office to ensure that all items are bar-coded.
o Periodically conduct stock take and update records to ensure balancing.

Payment Requests
Prepare request for payments requisition together with supporting documentation; i.e. invoices, reports, memos, letters, client (financial statements) and other documents, as directed by the Provincial Head, send requests for payments where required to head Office.
Provide documentation sourced from files and records as requested.
Provide information for auditing purposes as directed by Provincial Head.
Update all the relevant registers.
Perform procurement related activities.
Support fleet management.
Manage Petty Cash.
Accounts payables.
Journal requests.

4. Effective and efficient management of Land Banks records in on-site and off-site storage in accordance to legislation and the banks policies and procedures. Records Management

Ensure proper storage of records on-site in accordance with legislation and Land Bank’s policies.
Ensure effective inventory lists are available for records assets on-site for efficient tracability of records.
Monitor and document records transferred to off-site storage to ensure accountability and tracability of records when needed.
Monitor and document retrieved records from off-site storage and record tracking to ensure accountability and records tracability at all times.

5. Continued tracking and management of records in accordance to Land Bank’s Retention Schedule, effective records monitoring of the required retention and the subsequent destruction process thereafter

Manage and apply the records retention process on site in accordance to legislation and Land Bank’s policies and retention schedule
Apply for required disposal permission and ensure effective management of the subsequent disposal of records including the proof of destruction certification process thereafter.
Preferred Minimum Education and Experience
Relevant office or business administration certification or Relevant diploma
Experience in administration in a similar position – 2 years
Critical Competencies
Administrative
Computer Literacy
Communication
Co-ordination
Reporting
Interpersonal
Planning
Problem solving
Writing
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Additional Requirements
Extended hours as and when required

Office Administrator : Satellite – George

Closing Date
2025/02/04
Reference Number
LAN250129-3
Job Title Office Administrator : Satellite – George
Division Banking
Unit Commercial Development Banking
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City George
Job Advert Summary
The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) is South Africa’s only specialist agricultural bank established in 1912, the bank’s sole objective is to serve South African commercial and emerging farmers and bring specially designed financial services within their reach. These services enable farmers to finance land, equipment, improve assets and obtain production credit. The Land Bank provides financial services that have moved with the times and continues to provide services to agri-business and constantly reviews its offerings to ensure that they match the needs of an industry. As change has swept across the sector in South Africa the socio-economic makeup of agriculture has altered, bringing new entrants from historically disadvantaged backgrounds on to the land, these new farmers, facing the challenges of establishing sustainable agri-businesses across the agricultural value chain, Land Bank has been a commercial lifeline offering appropriately designed financial products that facilitate personal and commercial viability in a sector that is vital to the sustainability of South Africa and its people.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Support the delivery of a consistently excellent customer experience acting as the first point of client contact at the provincial office.

In addition, responsible for the daily handling and reconciliation of petty cash and financial and general administrative duties to support the Provincial Head and other staff in accordance with established procedures, guidelines and schedules.

Daily activities within the Satellite Office include reception, switchboard,and asset management reception, switchboard, record management,internal meetings scheduling, minutes taking, office budget inputing & monitoring, support Relationship Managers with account management administrative tasks, client appointment & meetinings scheduling , asset management. Office stakeholder events co-ordination and using internal systems such as Onbase, creating BP numbers and contracts on SAP.

Key Performance Areas

1. Office administration and secretarial duties

Maintain office filing and storage systems and keep filing / document management system up to date.
Create list of documents to be destroyed as part of the annual document clean-up process.
Monitor and order office supplies such as stationery & refreshments etc.
Maintain supplier vendor list.
Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail, and prepare outgoing mail as directed.
Perform errands that assist daily functions e.g. post office and banking.
May be required to perform additional secretarial duties.
Support needs of Provincial Manager where required:

Coordinate and manage schedule, including meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
Arranged necessary requirements for meetings or events occuring at Satellite office.
Support Banking Team:

Check the intranet and update CRM in support of leads management for the Satellite Office.
Scan client loan and grant application supporting documents.
Save supporting documents on Onbase for relevant client file.

2. Perform reception and switchboard function

Meet and greet clients, ensuring that clients are directed to the appropriate individual.
Answer telephones, direct calls, take messages and return calls as appropriate.
Responsible for directing of general queries to the appropriate individual.
Events management and external stakeholder management

Coordinate events with internal and external stakeholders where required and scheduling events ensuring they align with both internal and external stakeholders.
Serving as the primary point of contact for all external stakeholders.
Sending invitations, confirmations, and follow-up communications to participants.
Being a champion of governanace and reporting

Champion governance and compliance by ensuring reporting documentation is done correctly.
Ensuring that all governance-related documents are properly maintained and accessible.

3. Support financial and payroll administration

Asset Control and Purchase
o Keep and update records of all assets in building and submit to Head Office to ensure that all items are bar-coded.
o Periodically conduct stock take and update records to ensure balancing.

Payment Requests
Prepare request for payments requisition together with supporting documentation; i.e. invoices, reports, memos, letters, client (financial statements) and other documents, as directed by the Provincial Head, send requests for payments where required to head Office.
Provide documentation sourced from files and records as requested.
Provide information for auditing purposes as directed by Provincial Head.
Update all the relevant registers.
Perform procurement related activities.
Support fleet management.
Manage Petty Cash.
Accounts payables.
Journal requests.

4. Effective and efficient management of Land Banks records in on-site and off-site storage in accordance to legislation and the banks policies and procedures. Records Management

Ensure proper storage of records on-site in accordance with legislation and Land Bank’s policies.
Ensure effective inventory lists are available for records assets on-site for efficient tracability of records.
Monitor and document records transferred to off-site storage to ensure accountability and tracability of records when needed.
Monitor and document retrieved records from off-site storage and record tracking to ensure accountability and records tracability at all times.

5. Continued tracking and management of records in accordance to Land Bank’s Retention Schedule, effective records monitoring of the required retention and the subsequent destruction process thereafter

Manage and apply the records retention process on site in accordance to legislation and Land Bank’s policies and retention schedule
Apply for required disposal permission and ensure effective management of the subsequent disposal of records including the proof of destruction certification process thereafter.
Preferred Minimum Education and Experience
Relevant office or business administration certification or Relevant diploma
Experience in administration in a similar position – 2 years
Critical Competencies
Administrative
Computer Literacy
Communication
Co-ordination
Reporting
Interpersonal
Planning
Problem solving
Writing
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Additional Requirements
Extended hours as and when required

Office Administrator : Satellite – Worcester

Closing Date
2025/02/04
Reference Number
LAN250129-2
Job Title Office Administrator : Satellite – Worcester
Division Banking
Unit Commercial Development Banking
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Worcester
Job Advert Summary
The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) is South Africa’s only specialist agricultural bank established in 1912, the bank’s sole objective is to serve South African commercial and emerging farmers and bring specially designed financial services within their reach. These services enable farmers to finance land, equipment, improve assets and obtain production credit. The Land Bank provides financial services that have moved with the times and continues to provide services to agri-business and constantly reviews its offerings to ensure that they match the needs of an industry. As change has swept across the sector in South Africa the socio-economic makeup of agriculture has altered, bringing new entrants from historically disadvantaged backgrounds on to the land, these new farmers, facing the challenges of establishing sustainable agri-businesses across the agricultural value chain, Land Bank has been a commercial lifeline offering appropriately designed financial products that facilitate personal and commercial viability in a sector that is vital to the sustainability of South Africa and its people.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Support the delivery of a consistently excellent customer experience acting as the first point of client contact at the provincial office.

In addition, responsible for the daily handling and reconciliation of petty cash and financial and general administrative duties to support the Provincial Head and other staff in accordance with established procedures, guidelines and schedules.

Daily activities within the Satellite Office include reception, switchboard,and asset management reception, switchboard, record management,internal meetings scheduling, minutes taking, office budget inputing & monitoring, support Relationship Managers with account management administrative tasks, client appointment & meetinings scheduling , asset management. Office stakeholder events co-ordination and using internal systems such as Onbase, creating BP numbers and contracts on SAP.

Key Performance Areas

1. Office administration and secretarial duties

Maintain office filing and storage systems and keep filing / document management system up to date.
Create list of documents to be destroyed as part of the annual document clean-up process.
Monitor and order office supplies such as stationery & refreshments etc.
Maintain supplier vendor list.
Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail, and prepare outgoing mail as directed.
Perform errands that assist daily functions e.g. post office and banking.
May be required to perform additional secretarial duties.
Support needs of Provincial Manager where required:

Coordinate and manage schedule, including meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
Arranged necessary requirements for meetings or events occuring at Satellite office.
Support Banking Team:

Check the intranet and update CRM in support of leads management for the Satellite Office.
Scan client loan and grant application supporting documents.
Save supporting documents on Onbase for relevant client file.

2. Perform reception and switchboard function

Meet and greet clients, ensuring that clients are directed to the appropriate individual.
Answer telephones, direct calls, take messages and return calls as appropriate.
Responsible for directing of general queries to the appropriate individual.
Events management and external stakeholder management

Coordinate events with internal and external stakeholders where required and scheduling events ensuring they align with both internal and external stakeholders.
Serving as the primary point of contact for all external stakeholders.
Sending invitations, confirmations, and follow-up communications to participants.
Being a champion of governanace and reporting

Champion governance and compliance by ensuring reporting documentation is done correctly.
Ensuring that all governance-related documents are properly maintained and accessible.

3. Support financial and payroll administration

Asset Control and Purchase
o Keep and update records of all assets in building and submit to Head Office to ensure that all items are bar-coded.
o Periodically conduct stock take and update records to ensure balancing.

Payment Requests
Prepare request for payments requisition together with supporting documentation; i.e. invoices, reports, memos, letters, client (financial statements) and other documents, as directed by the Provincial Head, send requests for payments where required to head Office.
Provide documentation sourced from files and records as requested.
Provide information for auditing purposes as directed by Provincial Head.
Update all the relevant registers.
Perform procurement related activities.
Support fleet management.
Manage Petty Cash.
Accounts payables.
Journal requests.

4. Effective and efficient management of Land Banks records in on-site and off-site storage in accordance to legislation and the banks policies and procedures. Records Management

Ensure proper storage of records on-site in accordance with legislation and Land Bank’s policies.
Ensure effective inventory lists are available for records assets on-site for efficient tracability of records.
Monitor and document records transferred to off-site storage to ensure accountability and tracability of records when needed.
Monitor and document retrieved records from off-site storage and record tracking to ensure accountability and records tracability at all times.

5. Continued tracking and management of records in accordance to Land Bank’s Retention Schedule, effective records monitoring of the required retention and the subsequent destruction process thereafter

Manage and apply the records retention process on site in accordance to legislation and Land Bank’s policies and retention schedule
Apply for required disposal permission and ensure effective management of the subsequent disposal of records including the proof of destruction certification process thereafter.
Preferred Minimum Education and Experience
Relevant office or business administration certification or Relevant diploma
Experience in administration in a similar position – 2 years
Critical Competencies
Administrative
Computer Literacy
Communication
Co-ordination
Reporting
Interpersonal
Planning
Problem solving
Writing
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Additional Requirements
Extended hours as and when required

Office Administrator : Satellite – Vredendal

Closing Date
2025/02/04
Reference Number
LAN250129-1
Job Title Office Administrator : Satellite – Vredendal
Division Banking
Unit Commercial Development Banking
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Northern Cape
Location – Town / City Vredendal
Job Advert Summary
The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) is South Africa’s only specialist agricultural bank established in 1912, the bank’s sole objective is to serve South African commercial and emerging farmers and bring specially designed financial services within their reach. These services enable farmers to finance land, equipment, improve assets and obtain production credit. The Land Bank provides financial services that have moved with the times and continues to provide services to agri-business and constantly reviews its offerings to ensure that they match the needs of an industry. As change has swept across the sector in South Africa the socio-economic makeup of agriculture has altered, bringing new entrants from historically disadvantaged backgrounds on to the land, these new farmers, facing the challenges of establishing sustainable agri-businesses across the agricultural value chain, Land Bank has been a commercial lifeline offering appropriately designed financial products that facilitate personal and commercial viability in a sector that is vital to the sustainability of South Africa and its people.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Support the delivery of a consistently excellent customer experience acting as the first point of client contact at the provincial office.

In addition, responsible for the daily handling and reconciliation of petty cash and financial and general administrative duties to support the Provincial Head and other staff in accordance with established procedures, guidelines and schedules.

Daily activities within the Satellite Office include reception, switchboard,and asset management reception, switchboard, record management,internal meetings scheduling, minutes taking, office budget inputing & monitoring, support Relationship Managers with account management administrative tasks, client appointment & meetinings scheduling , asset management. Office stakeholder events co-ordination and using internal systems such as Onbase, creating BP numbers and contracts on SAP.

Key Performance Areas

1. Office administration and secretarial duties

Maintain office filing and storage systems and keep filing / document management system up to date.
Create list of documents to be destroyed as part of the annual document clean-up process.
Monitor and order office supplies such as stationery & refreshments etc.
Maintain supplier vendor list.
Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail, and prepare outgoing mail as directed.
Perform errands that assist daily functions e.g. post office and banking.
May be required to perform additional secretarial duties.
Support needs of Provincial Manager where required:

Coordinate and manage schedule, including meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
Arranged necessary requirements for meetings or events occuring at Satellite office.
Support Banking Team:

Check the intranet and update CRM in support of leads management for the Satellite Office.
Scan client loan and grant application supporting documents.
Save supporting documents on Onbase for relevant client file.

2. Perform reception and switchboard function

Meet and greet clients, ensuring that clients are directed to the appropriate individual.
Answer telephones, direct calls, take messages and return calls as appropriate.
Responsible for directing of general queries to the appropriate individual.
Events management and external stakeholder management

Coordinate events with internal and external stakeholders where required and scheduling events ensuring they align with both internal and external stakeholders.
Serving as the primary point of contact for all external stakeholders.
Sending invitations, confirmations, and follow-up communications to participants.
Being a champion of governanace and reporting

Champion governance and compliance by ensuring reporting documentation is done correctly.
Ensuring that all governance-related documents are properly maintained and accessible.

3. Support financial and payroll administration

Asset Control and Purchase
o Keep and update records of all assets in building and submit to Head Office to ensure that all items are bar-coded.
o Periodically conduct stock take and update records to ensure balancing.

Payment Requests
Prepare request for payments requisition together with supporting documentation; i.e. invoices, reports, memos, letters, client (financial statements) and other documents, as directed by the Provincial Head, send requests for payments where required to head Office.
Provide documentation sourced from files and records as requested.
Provide information for auditing purposes as directed by Provincial Head.
Update all the relevant registers.
Perform procurement related activities.
Support fleet management.
Manage Petty Cash.
Accounts payables.
Journal requests.

4. Effective and efficient management of Land Banks records in on-site and off-site storage in accordance to legislation and the banks policies and procedures. Records Management

Ensure proper storage of records on-site in accordance with legislation and Land Bank’s policies.
Ensure effective inventory lists are available for records assets on-site for efficient tracability of records.
Monitor and document records transferred to off-site storage to ensure accountability and tracability of records when needed.
Monitor and document retrieved records from off-site storage and record tracking to ensure accountability and records tracability at all times.

5. Continued tracking and management of records in accordance to Land Bank’s Retention Schedule, effective records monitoring of the required retention and the subsequent destruction process thereafter

Manage and apply the records retention process on site in accordance to legislation and Land Bank’s policies and retention schedule
Apply for required disposal permission and ensure effective management of the subsequent disposal of records including the proof of destruction certification process thereafter.
Preferred Minimum Education and Experience
Relevant office or business administration certification or Relevant diploma
Experience in administration in a similar position – 2 years
Critical Competencies
Administrative
Computer Literacy
Communication
Co-ordination
Reporting
Interpersonal
Planning
Problem solving
Writing
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Additional Requirements
Extended hours as and when required

Office Administrator: Provincial – Cape Town

Closing Date
2025/02/04
Reference Number
LAN250128-2
Job Title Office Administrator: Provincial – Cape Town
Division Banking
Unit Commercial Development Banking
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Cape Town
Job Advert Summary
The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) is South Africa’s only specialist agricultural bank established in 1912, the bank’s sole objective is to serve South African commercial and emerging farmers and bring specially designed financial services within their reach. These services enable farmers to finance land, equipment, improve assets and obtain production credit. The Land Bank provides financial services that have moved with the times and continues to provide services to agri-business and constantly reviews its offerings to ensure that they match the needs of an industry. As change has swept across the sector in South Africa the socio-economic makeup of agriculture has altered, bringing new entrants from historically disadvantaged backgrounds on to the land, these new farmers, facing the challenges of establishing sustainable agri-businesses across the agricultural value chain, Land Bank has been a commercial lifeline offering appropriately designed financial products that facilitate personal and commercial viability in a sector that is vital to the sustainability of South Africa and its people.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Support the delivery of a consistently excellent customer experience acting as the first point of client contact at the provincial office.

In addition, responsible for the daily handling and reconciliation of petty cash and financial and general administrative duties to support the Provincial Head and other staff in accordance with established procedures, guidelines and schedules.

Daily activities within the Provincial Office include reception, switchboard, record management,internal meetings scheduling, minutes taking, office budget inputing & monitoring, support Relationship Managers with account management administrative tasks, client appointment & meetinings scheduling , asset management and records management. Provincial / office stakeholder events co-ordination and using internal systems such as Onbase, creating BP numbers and contracts on SAP.

Key Performance Areas

1. Office administration and secretarial duties

Maintain office filing and storage systems and keep filing / document management system up to date ensuring easy access to information for staff members.
Monitor and order office supplies such as stationery & refreshments etc.
Maintain supplier vendor list.
Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail, and prepare outgoing mail as directed.
Perform errands that assist daily functions e.g. post office and banking.
Attend meetings and take the minutes as and when required.
Type documentation, letters and memorandums, minutes and reports as and when required.
Supports the needs of the Regional Head and Provincial Head:

Coordinate and manage the executive’s schedule, including meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
Handle confidential information with discretion and maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and data security.
Handle confidential information with discretion and maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and data security.
Support Banking Team:

Check the intranet and update CRM in support of leads management for the Provincial Office.
Scan client loan and grant application supporting documents.
Save supporting documents on Onbase for relevant client file.

2. Perform reception and switchboard function

Meet and greet clients, ensuring that clients are directed to the appropriate individual.
Answer telephones, direct calls, take messages and return calls as appropriate.
Deal with walk-in client complaints and manage client interaction.
Responsible for directing of general queries to the appropriate individual.
Events management and external stakeholder management

Manage and coordinate sponsorship reports.
Coordinate events with internal and external stakeholders where required and scheduling events ensuring they align with both internal and external stakeholders.
Being a champion of governanace and reporting

Ensuring that Health and Saftey reports are done – if required.
Respond to ad hoc requests from departments to populate infromation for documentation.

3. Support financial and payroll administration

Asset Control and Purchase
o Keep and update records of all assets in building and submit to Head Office to ensure that all items are bar-coded.
o Periodically conduct stock take and update records to ensure balancing.
Payment Requests
Prepare request for payments requisition together with supporting documentation; i.e. invoices, reports, memos, letters, client (financial statements) and other documents, as directed by the Provincial Head, send requests for payments where required to head Office.
Provide documentation sourced from files and records as requested.
Provide information for auditing purposes as directed by Provincial Head.
Update all the relevant registers.
Perform procurement related activities.
Support fleet management.
Manage Petty Cash.
Accounts payables.
Journal requests.

4. Effective and efficient management of Land Banks records in on-site and off-site storage in accordance to legislation and the banks policies and procedures. Records Management

Ensure proper storage of records on-site in accordance with legislation and Land Bank’s policies.
Ensure effective inventory lists are available for records assets on-site for efficient tracability of records.
Monitor and document records transferred to off-site storage to ensure accountability and tracability of records when needed.
Monitor and document retrieved records from off-site storage and record tracking to ensure accountability and records tracability at all times.

5. Continued tracking and management of records in accordance to Land Bank’s Retention Schedule, effective records monitoring of the required retention and the subsequent destruction process thereafter

Manage and apply the records retention process on site in accordance to legislation and Land Bank’s policies and retention schedule
Apply for required disposal permission and ensure effective management of the subsequent disposal of records including the proof of destruction certification process thereafter.
Preferred Minimum Education and Experience
Relevant office or business administration certification or Relevant diploma
Experience in administration in a similar position – 2 years
Critical Competencies
Administrative
Computer Literacy
Communication
Co-ordination
Reporting
Interpersonal
Planning
Problem solving
Writing
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Additional Requirements
Extended hours as and when required

Senior Accountant: Financial Reporting

Closing Date
2025/01/30
Reference Number
LAN240728-1
Job Title Senior Accountant: Financial Reporting
Division Finance and Treasury
Unit Finance
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Centurion
Job Advert Summary

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To provide IFRS technical accounting advisory, managerial and operational expertise in order to provide relevant and reliable information for business decision making through the design, implementation and maintenance of effective financial processes, procedures and policies.

To ensure effective accounting activities relating to the maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger. To provide relevant stakeholders with accurate and complete information for reporting and decision making purposes, supporting the accurate compilation of Financial reports. The role is also responsible for ensuring that internal financial controls are in place and are adhered to. Technical accounting advisory forms a critical part of the function of the role. Manage the Annual Financial Statements process and Audits for both the Bank and Insurance

Key Performance Areas

1. Month-end focus – General Ledger maintenance (Overall responsibility for data accuracy and integrity by performing general ledger reconciliations and income statement analysis)

Assigns responsibilities to relevant assistants, including the creation of reconciliations.
Manage the month-end focus. (Including investments, write-offs, insolvencies, fruitless and wasteful and irregular expenditure, impairments, etc.)
Makes sure that reconciliations are done accurately and timeously, checks them against supporting documentation and ledger balances.
Review of the audit files for completeness and accuracy.
Ensure that the General Ledger and journal entries are in accordance with defined standards by analysing accounts and correcting misallocations and miscalculations.
SAP Banking Month-end Run (as and when required)
Manages transactions in SAP (i.e. confirmation of transactions and informing ICT to block user access to prevent further transactions being processed during the month-end run).
Oversees the opening and closing off the SAP FI (SAP Financial Module) period for processing.
Liaises with ICT and run the month ends for SAP Banking and ensure a successful month end with integration to SAP FI.

2. Compile Financial Reporting (Annual Financial Statements (AFS), NCA Form 40, Land Bank tax return and any other ad-hoc reports)

NCA Form 40, Land Bank tax return and any other ad-hoc reports

Reports are due in accordance with scheduled activities; or
Requests are received for the compilation of a report. Analyse the request to determine the nature and extent of the report
Statutory
Management
IFRS/IAS Compliant
Timeous reporting, archiving and distribution in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements
Gather and verify applicable data from all relevant sources and collate data into required reporting format
Make recommendations in accordance with the information at hand
Submit the report for review and approval where necessary
Annual Financial Statements

Review of the prior year AFS for technical updates due to changes in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and other relevant legislation (PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, VAT Act, etc.)
Advise management of the subsidiaries of any changes in accounting standards
Update the current year AFS with all the relevant changes
Seek continuous improvement in the process of preparing the AFS
Compile the AFS within the allocated time frame
Collect and verify applicable data from all relevant sources and collate data into required reporting format
Make recommendations in accordance with the information at hand
Submit the report for review and approval where necessary
Distribute the report to the relevant role players

3. Technical Accounting research

Remain up to date on the Technical IFRS Standards by attending training courses and reading knowledge material.
Informs General Manager: Finance and management team of updates and changes required to the Land Bank accounting treatments.
Examines IFRS and Tax legislation changes that affect the Land Bank or its subsidiaries.
Review, and consult (if necessary) with appropriate Technical professionals to completely understand the implications of IFRS or Tax updates to the Bank.
Drive the implementation of required changes in Finance.

4. Processing of entries on client’s accounts

Compiles a register for all write-offs and waivers received.
Timeous processing of all write-offs and waivers.
Compiles a register of all insolvency transfers.

5. Liaison with internal and external auditors

Liaises with both internal and external auditors and responds to audit queries/opinions.
Responds to areas that they highlight –this may require clarity issues, giving information, designing and amending controls.
Implementation of action tasks/projects to address audit findings relating to his/her area.
Coordination of Audit Process – responsible for ensuring smooth interim and year-end audits, including coordination of Client Assistance Schedules.

Preferred Minimum Education and Experience
CA (SA) or equivalent
At least 5 years Financial Accounting and Reporting experience
Critical Competencies
Advanced Microsoft Office/ Excel
Knowledge / Experience SAP/ Financial Reporting Software
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
PFMA (Public Finance Management Act)
Banking and Financial Services
Land Bank Act
Additional Requirements
Travel as and when required
Extended hours as and when required.

Accountant

Closing Date
2025/01/30
Reference Number
LAN250123-2
Job Title Accountant
Division Banking
Unit LBIC
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Centurion
Job Advert Summary
(Land Bank) is South Africa’s only specialist agricultural bank established in 1912, the bank’s sole objective is to serve South African commercial and emerging farmers and bring specially designed financial services within their reach. These services enable farmers to finance land, equipment, improve assets and obtain production credit. The Land Bank provides financial services that have moved with the times and continues to provide services to agri-business and constantly reviews its offerings to ensure that they match the needs of an industry. As change has swept across the sector in South Africa the socio-economic makeup of agriculture has altered, bringing new entrants from historically disadvantaged backgrounds on to the land, these new farmers, facing the challenges of establishing sustainable agri-businesses across the agricultural value chain, Land Bank has been a commercial lifeline offering appropriately designed financial products that facilitate personal and commercial viability in a sector that is vital to the sustainability of South Africa and its people.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To ensure complete and accurate processing of financial transactions. To prepare the monthly recons on the Land Bank Insurance balance sheet accounts, process various journals where necessary, and assist with management reporting. To provide relevant stakeholders with accurate and complete information for reporting and decision making purposes, supporting the accurate compilation of Financial reports.

Key Performance Areas
General Ledger Reconciliations
Bank Account and Administration
Financial Reporting
Investment, Insurance & Reinsurance Accounting
Ensure Adherence to Financial Processes, Procedures and Policies
Preferred Minimum Education and Experience
BCom Accounting
3-5 years General Ledger recons
3-5 years Insurance accounting with exposure to reinsurance treaties
Critical Competencies
General Ledger Recons
Investment Accounting
Insurance Accounting
Reinsurance Accounting
Knowledge / Experience SAP/ Financial Systems
Budgeting
Microsoft Office
Additional Requirements
Travel as and when required
Extended hours as and when required

Technical Accountant: Finance

Closing Date
2025/01/30
Reference Number
LAN250122-1
Job Title Technical Accountant: Finance
Division Land Bank Insurance Company
Unit LBIC
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Centurion
Job Advert Summary
(Land Bank) is South Africa’s only specialist agricultural bank established in 1912, the bank’s sole objective is to serve South African commercial and emerging farmers and bring specially designed financial services within their reach. These services enable farmers to finance land, equipment, improve assets and obtain production credit. The Land Bank provides financial services that have moved with the times and continues to provide services to agri-business and constantly reviews its offerings to ensure that they match the needs of an industry. As change has swept across the sector in South Africa the socio-economic makeup of agriculture has altered, bringing new entrants from historically disadvantaged backgrounds on to the land, these new farmers, facing the challenges of establishing sustainable agri-businesses across the agricultural value chain, Land Bank has been a commercial lifeline offering appropriately designed financial products that facilitate personal and commercial viability in a sector that is vital to the sustainability of South Africa and its people.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To provide technical accounting support and operational expertise in order to provide relevant and reliable information for business decision making through the design, implementation and maintenance of effective financial processes, procedures and policies for Land Bank Insurance

Key Performance Areas

1. Provide technical accounting support to the finance team, relating to all line items of the Managament Accounts as well as the Statement of Financial Position and Statement of Profit & Loss

General

Provide quality assurance relating to each line item on the Balance Sheet as well as Profit & Loss
Review monthly manangement accounts to ensure accounting recognition, measurement, classification and disclosures are correct
Perform analytical review of month to month movements mainly in terms of insurance contract assets, insurance contract liabilities as well as re – insurance contracts, accounts payable and receivable, etc
Provide technical input to Board and Sub – committee packs
Assist in general ledger maintenance (eliminate legacy items, rectify naming descriptions, etc)
Assist with VAT queries
IFRS 17 Insurance Contracts specific (monthly):

Facilitate communication between Finance, Operations and Actuarial (specifically month – end and year – end)
Ensure reporting timelines are met by engaging Operations and Actuarial teams
Facilitate financial data between Finance, Operations and Actuarial
Review risk intergrity output and engage Operations/ Actuarial if any anomolies
Ensure journals from Risk Integrity are posted correctly in SAP GL
Perform high level review of the input data going into risk integrity
Ensure expense allocation in terms of IFRS 17 is up to date and in line with accouting policy
Ensure insurance contract liablities and assets are based according to IFRS 17, accouting policies and accounted correctly
Adhoc

Respond to queries from Actuarial team reading quarterly and annual returns to the Prudential Authority
Investigate IFRS and Tax legislation changes that affect the Insurance entities.
Assist with correspondence to be provided to external stakeholders such as Land Bank, National Treasury, Prudential Authority etc…
Provide guidance in procurement matters by referencing the PFMA as well as procurement policy.

2. Annual Financial Statements and Corporate Plan budget

Annual Financial Statements

Perform quality assurance of each line item and ensure mapping is accurate and correct
Provide quality assurance on disclosure such as:
– Investments – Liase with investment consultant to ensure classification of assets are correct, e.g. Listed/ Unlisted assets are disclosed as such and in line with IFRS 9

          - Insurance contract asset and liability notes are disclosed according to IFRS 17

          - Accounting policies are consistent and relevant

Provide advise on the technical updates in the disclosure of their AFS
Assist the Land Bank, if required, with the group consolidation
Liase with external auditiors and facilitate responses to audit queries
Corporate Plan budget

Assist in assumption setting, ensuring assumptions are relevant and realistic
Liase with relevant business within LBI to understand their budget assumptions
Assist head of finance in drafting budget, by providing technical inputs taking future accounting and tax changes into account
Preferred Minimum Education and Experience
CA (SA)

2-4 years experience including:

Preferrably in Insurance
Experience in Financial Management / Management Accounting and AFS preparation
Exposure to Insurance Accounting, Regulations and Regulatory Reporting
Advanced knowledge of IFRS
Good understanding of VAT
Critical Competencies
Business Acumen
Short Term & Long term insurance Act
FSCA Requirements
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Tax Legislation
Financial Reporting
Solvency Assessment Mangement (SAM)
Additional Requirements
Extended hours as and when required
Travel as and when required

Legal Advisor: Client Agreements – Vryburg

Closing Date
2025/01/29
Reference Number
LAN250123-1
Job Title Legal Advisor: Client Agreements – Vryburg
Division Banking
Unit Legal Services
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province North-West
Location – Town / City Vryburg
Job Advert Summary
The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) is South Africa’s only specialist agricultural bank established in 1912, the bank’s sole objective is to serve South African commercial and emerging farmers and bring specially designed financial services within their reach. These services enable farmers to finance land, equipment, improve assets and obtain production credit. The Land Bank provides financial services that have moved with the times and continues to provide services to agri-business and constantly reviews its offerings to ensure that they match the needs of an industry. As change has swept across the sector in South Africa the socio-economic makeup of agriculture has altered, bringing new entrants from historically disadvantaged backgrounds on to the land, these new farmers, facing the challenges of establishing sustainable agri-businesses across the agricultural value chain, Land Bank has been a commercial lifeline offering appropriately designed financial products that facilitate personal and commercial viability in a sector that is vital to the sustainability of South Africa and its people.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To provide legal advice, legal opinion and solutions and manage legal risks as per the Regionolisation model to business units and branches.The position is located within the Regions to ensure effective client support.. The Legal Advisor will ensure legal compliance as well as manage the external resources and the draft and review of client agreements and contracts and other relevant legal matters. Review/checking of the conditions precedent to ensure compliance and sign off of same.

Key Performance Areas

1. Business Support and General Legal Advice

Custodian of legal agreements as applicable and responsible for developing and reviewing them from time to time to ensure legal compliance
Drafting of Legal Agreements and SLA’s
Assessment of impact of any new legislation and providing training to Legal and affected Business Units from time to time
Providing legal advice and opinions to Divisions and within the regionalisation model
Legal research and legal reviews and due diligence investigations
Advising and providing a tailor made business solutions to problems
Generally ensure best possible legal solution to legal problems

2. Monitoring and Compliance with Land Bank Act and other applicable legislation

Monitor legislation that may affect the Bank and recommend solutions
Proactive awareness of new legislation and advising the Bank accordingly
Assessment of impact of any new legislation and making recommendations in this regard

3. Resource Management

Management of assigned attorneys in terms of giving them instructions and subsequent communication as applicable
Manage delivery of outsourced work and monitor performance

4. Review and Development of Policies and Procedures

Identify loopholes and make recommendations on policies and processes for improved service delivery
Monitoring and compliance to the policies and procedures and making recommendations in case of non-compliance.
Assist in Delegation of Powers (DOP) development and review
Drafting agreements and general legal assistance to the Bank as a whole including ensuring product compliance and alignment with the Bank’s policies

5. Manage Stakeholder relationship

Proactive building of internal relationships with all business units
Understanding operational business needs
Providing business solutions in area of expertise
Understanding internal client’s areas of operation
Proactively building relationships with attorneys/advocates/Bank clients
Good working relationship with team

6. Drafting

Receive requests for the drafting of Contracts
Assess and discuss requirements with the client and draft initial contracts
Review inputs and amend according to comments received
Prepare execution versions of the contract, together with control sheets, acquire internal signatories and submit for external signatures
Retain electronic copies of contracts and control sheets
Preferred Minimum Education and Experience
4 year LLB Degree or equivalent.
Admitted Attorney having served articles of clerkship or Admitted Advocate, having served pupillage.
3 – 5 years Post admission experience.
Critical Competencies
Legislation
Legal opinions
Report writing
Compilation of policies and procedures
Legal reviews and due diligence
Research
Drafting
Additional Requirements
In depth knowledge of the Companies Act, National Credit Act, Consumer Protection Act, Land Bank Act, and other legislation related to financial institutions and employee relations.

Executive Manager: Legal Services

Closing Date
2025/02/10
Reference Number
LAN241118-1
Job Title Executive Manager: Legal Services
Division Legal Services
Unit Legal Services
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Johannesburg
Job Advert Summary
The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) is South Africa’s only specialist agricultural bank established in 1912, the bank’s sole objective is to serve South African commercial and emerging farmers and bring specially designed financial services within their reach. These services enable farmers to finance land, equipment, improve assets and obtain production credit. The Land Bank provides financial services that have moved with the times and continues to provide services to agri-business and constantly reviews its offerings to ensure that they match the needs of an industry. As change has swept across the sector in South Africa the socio-economic makeup of agriculture has altered, bringing new entrants from historically disadvantaged backgrounds on to the land, these new farmers, facing the challenges of establishing sustainable agri-businesses across the agricultural value chain, Land Bank has been a commercial lifeline offering appropriately designed financial products that facilitate personal and commercial viability in a sector that is vital to the sustainability of South Africa and its people.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To set the legal strategy and framework for the Land Bank in alignment with the Corporate Plan, to assess and manage the legal and regulatory environment pertaining to the business of the Bank. Through operationalisation of the strategy supports the legal recovery process with the focus being minimisation of losses. Establishes policies and procedures to regulate the operations of the Land Bank. Develops operating model to provide Legal guidance across all matters throughout the Land Bank.

Key Performance Areas

1. Develop Legal Strategy:
   Align the legal strategy with the Land Bank’s corporate plan, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, and providing strategic advice to the executive committee (Exco) and the Board. This includes conducting research on legislation, trends, and impacts, as well as formulating innovative legal plans.
2. Establish Legal Policies, Processes, and Procedures:
   Oversee the creation, implementation, and regular updates of legal policies, ensuring alignment with statutory requirements and company needs. Monitor adherence to these policies, mitigating risks, and maintaining audit compliance.
3. Define Legal Service Delivery Framework:
   Develop a comprehensive legal framework that supports Land Bank operations, covering areas such as recovery, guidance, consultation, contractual management, and compliance. Regularly review and adjust the framework to meet evolving business requirements.
4. Legal and Regulatory Governance:
   Provide assurance to the Exco and Board on legal risks and compliance with corporate governance standards. Maintain a detailed risk register and enforce adherence to governance frameworks.
5. Legal Recovery Processes:
   Develop strategies to reduce non-performing loans, align recovery processes with the Bank’s objectives, and support property-related recoveries. Set and monitor recovery targets to ensure financial stability.
6. Corporate, Commercial, and Conveyance Management:
   Offer high-level legal advice on financial structuring, investments, and governance matters. Standardize and implement conveyancing frameworks to enhance operational efficiency.
7. Resource and Contract Management:
   Define strategies for external resource engagement and oversee contractual relationships, ensuring quality assurance and compliance. Provide advice on complex deals, disputes, and regulatory matters.
8. Stakeholder Management:
   Foster strategic partnerships and maintain relationships that support legal functions. Stay informed about legal developments to assess opportunities and strengthen collaborations.
9. Executive Functions:
   Contribute to corporate strategy, provide legal advisory reports, represent the Bank in relevant forums, and drive synergies across divisions.
10. People and Financial Management:
    Lead and manage the legal division, ensuring effective performance management, equitable resource allocation, and adherence to financial guidelines. Foster innovation and alignment with Land Bank values while achieving financial and operational targets.

Preferred Minimum Education and Experience
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum:

Postgraduate degree (LLM)
Admitted Attorney / Advocate
Ideal:

Conveyancing qualification
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Minimum:

Minimum of 10 years spent in job Senior Legal Commercial and Corporate experience / Head of Legal Division / Senior Partner
Ideal:

Insolvency and Business Rescue Experience 3 – 5 years
Conveyancing Experience 3 – 5 years
Litigation Experience 3 – 5 years
Critical Competencies
Business Environment
Legislation
Financial Principles
Policies and Procedures
Strategic Management
King Codes
Contractual Management

Additional Requirements
Knowledge of the Land Bank Act

Knowledge of PFMA

Knowledge of Companies Act

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