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FINANCIAL SERVICES CLERK (JOHANNESBURG)
An exciting opportunity exists in the Financial Department for a graduate that has successfully completed a BCom Finance / Accounting degree. The applicant should be proficient in, MS Office i.e. Excel, Word, and Outlook. Experience in the accounting software programme AJS would be considered an advantage. Training will be provided on in-house systems such as AJS.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
– Manage and maintain Matter Creditors
– Capture and reconcile Cash Books
– Assist with investments when required
– Assist with Petty Cash
– Assist in month-end procedure
– Maintain financial files and records
– Assist manager with departmental matters when needed
– Attend to telephonic and email queries and requests
– Assist with other responsibilities in the department as required
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
– BCom Finance / Accounting degree
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
– Effective interpersonal and communications skills
– Analytical and problem-solving skills
– Proactive
– Ability to administer and execute instructions, from receipt to conclusion, with minimal supervision.
– Strong organizational skills, meticulous and strong attention to detail
– Ability to work towards tight deadlines in a highly pressurized environment
– Be honest and trustworthy
– Be flexible
– Motivated and driven
– May be required to work extended hours during month-end
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Associate, Corporate & Commercial
Associate, Corporate and Commercial Role Profile
An exciting opportunity for the role of an Associate in our rapidly growing Corporate & Commercial Department has become available in our Nairobi office. At CDH we specialize in providing comprehensive legal support to clients in Africa or looking to do business across the continent. With more than 260 lawyers and a history of 170 years, our firm brings together the expertise and resources of leading African business law firms, offering proven experience in working with governments, and their agencies, and local and transactional corporate organizations. With experience and in-depth understanding of diverse markets, we are a recognized enabler of business success in Africa.
The ideal candidate should be commercially minded, have corporate and transactional experience coupled with strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent drafting competence. A good work ethic, an ability to conceive strategy, exercise initiative and take responsibility together with the capacity to work and deliver in a fast-paced environment are essential.
The role involves substantive document drafting and review, comprehensive legal research, effective file management, contribution to team targets, mentoring junior staff, expanding client bases, and contributing to the firm’s overall growth and culture.
Your duties, which may be varied from time to time, will include the below amongst other responsibilities that arise during the day-to-day business of CDH Kenya.
1.1 Legal services and support to clients
1.1.1 Work across a range of corporate transactions including public and private M&A deals (including schemes of arrangement and takeovers), and cross border transactions
1.1.2 Advising on various aspects of applicable legislation in an M&A context
1.1.3 Drafting documents that are accurate, concise and require minimal to no substantive changes before submission to clients,
1.1.4 Negotiating/reviewing of constitutional documents, shareholders agreements and general company secretarial attendances (for instance, the preparation of notices and minutes of meetings and company board and shareholder resolutions).
1.1.5 Drafting/review of an assortment of commercial contracts (for example, non-disclosure agreements, service level agreements and lease agreements) and providing legal advice thereon
1.1.6 Conduct thorough research and comprehensive legal research and analysis, providing advise that is legally and factually accurate without errors
1.1.7 Conducting legal due diligence investigations and preparing due diligence reports. In this regard, particular emphasis will be placed on your ability to identify legal and commercial risks
1.1.8 Drafting/negotiating/reviewing of a host of transaction documents (including term sheets, subscription agreements, sale of shares agreements, shareholder agreements, distribution agreements, supply agreements and sale of business agreements); and
1.1.9 Managing workstreams and various teams (including lawyers within and outside of the Corporate & Commercial Practice Area) on transactions and facilitating the closing and implementation procedures
1.2 Financial and Practice Management
1.2.1 Actively tracking and meeting of monthly budget as set by Partner
1.2.2 Record all billable and non – billable time with appropriate narrations to facilitate efficient billing and invoicing
1.2.3 Complying with billing procedures, manage risks and ensure adherence to engagement letters, business terms and conflict checks requirements.
1.2.4 Manage debtors to ensure outstanding balances are collected within the set timelines
1.2.5 Maintaining an efficient diary management system thereby ensuring timeous attention to matters and effective reporting to clients and Partner.
1.3 Client Management
1.3.1 Attending consultations with clients
1.3.2 Agree deadline with Partner and/or client (where relevant) and ensure deadlines are met and expectations are managed by reporting progress to Partner and client
1.3.3 Consistently delivering high a quality work product in keeping with the standards set by the firm
1.3.4 Establishing strong relationships with existing clients by delivering on expectations and anticipating their immediate and future needs
1.3.5 Managing and growing client relationships, seeking cross-selling opportunities to introduce other practice areas to clients
1.4 Development
1.4.1 Actively participate in the integration and induction of juniors into practice areas by being available to answer queries or provide guidance on team practices and processes
1.4.2 Promoting productivity of the junior members of the team through effective delegation and utilization of their skills
1.5 Profile Building
1.5.1 Actively promote the profile of the firm by participation in internal and external activities such as conferences, seminars, and other industry events
1.5.2 Writing of articles for internal and external publication under the guidance of the Partner
1.5.3 Collaborating with colleagues in other teams or practice areas for the firm related or client development activities
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Senior Associate, Corporate & Commercial
SENIOR ASSOCIATE, CORPORATE & COMMERCIAL
An exciting opportunity for the role of Senior Associate in our rapidly growing Corporate & Commercial Department has become available in our Nairobi office. At CDH we specialize in providing comprehensive legal support to clients in Africa or looking to do business across the continent. With more than 260 lawyers and a history of 170 years, our firm brings together the expertise and resources of leading African business law firms, offering proven experience in working with governments, and their agencies, and local and transactional corporate organizations. With experience and in-depth understanding of diverse markets, we are a recognized enabler of business success in Africa.
The ideal candidate should be commercially minded, have corporate and transactional experience coupled with strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent drafting competence. A good work ethic, an ability to conceive strategy, exercise initiative and take responsibility together with the capacity to work and deliver in a fast-paced environment are essential.
The role involves substantive document drafting and review, comprehensive legal research, effective file management, contribution to team targets, mentoring junior staff, expanding client bases, and contributing to the firm’s overall growth and culture.
Your duties, which may be varied from time to time, will include the below amongst other responsibilities that arise during the day-to-day business of CDH Kenya.
1.1 Legal services and support to clients
1.1.1 Work across a range of corporate transactions including public and private M&A deals (including schemes of arrangement and takeovers), and cross border transactions
1.1.2 Advising on various aspects of applicable legislation in an M&A context
1.1.3 Drafting documents that are accurate, concise and require minimal to no substantive changes before submission to clients,
1.1.4 Negotiating/reviewing of constitutional documents, shareholders agreements and general company secretarial attendances (for instance, the preparation of notices and minutes of meetings and company board and shareholder resolutions)
1.1.5 Drafting/review of an assortment of commercial contracts (for example, non-disclosure agreements, service level agreements and lease agreements) and providing legal advice thereon
1.1.6 Conduct thorough research and comprehensive legal research and analysis, providing advise that is legally and factually accurate without errors
1.1.7 Conducting legal due diligence investigations and preparing due diligence reports. In this regard, particular emphasis will be placed on your ability to identify legal and commercial risks
1.1.8 Drafting/negotiating/reviewing of a host of transaction documents (including term sheets, subscription agreements, sale of shares agreements, shareholder agreements, distribution agreements, supply agreements and sale of business agreements); and
1.1.9 Managing workstreams and various teams (including lawyers within and outside of the Corporate & Commercial Practice Area) on transactions and facilitating the closing and implementation procedures
1.2 Financial and Practice Management
1.2.1 Actively tracking and meeting of monthly budget as set by Partner
1.2.2 Record all billable and non – billable time with appropriate narrations to facilitate efficient billing and invoicing
1.2.3 Complying with billing procedures, manage risks and ensure adherence to engagement letters, business terms and conflict checks requirements.
1.2.4 Manage debtors to ensure outstanding balances are collected within the set timelines
1.2.5 Maintaining an efficient diary management system thereby ensuring timeous attention to matters and effective reporting to clients and Partner
1.3 Client Management
1.3.1 Attending consultations with clients
1.3.2 Agree deadline with Partner and/or client (where relevant) and ensure deadlines are met and expectations are managed by reporting progress to Partner and client
1.3.3 Consistently delivering high a quality work product in keeping with the standards set by the firm
1.3.4 Establishing strong relationships with existing clients by delivering on expectations and anticipating their immediate and future needs
1.3.5 Managing and growing client relationships, seeking cross-selling opportunities to introduce other practice areas to clients
1.4 Development
1.4.1 Actively participate in the integration and induction of juniors into practice areas by being available to answer queries or provide guidance on team practices and processes
1.4.2 Promoting productivity of the junior members of the team through effective delegation and utilization of their skills
1.5 Profile Building
1.5.1 Actively promote the profile of the firm by participation in internal and external activities such as conferences, seminars, and other industry events
1.5.2 Writing of articles for internal and external publication under the guidance of the Partner
1.5.3 Collaborating with colleagues in other teams or practice areas for the firm related or client development activities
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Pitch Specialist
The Pitch Specialist is a key member of the firm’s pitch team, responsible for leading all aspects of the firm’s bid submission process to ensure the highest standards of quality, compliance, and strategic alignment. This role involves steering the development of tender responses, coordinating proposal preparation, facilitating pitch meetings, and ensuring adherence to procurement best practices. Additionally, the Specialist oversees contract management, intelligence gathering, maintaining a current bid library, and sector-specific strategies aimed at driving business growth.
Operating in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with a significant volume of submissions, the role requires strong teamwork and the ability to meet tight deadlines. The ideal candidate must be highly adaptable, demonstrate a strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and proactively address tasks without delay. Given the dynamic nature of client requirements and possibility of last-minute changes, flexibility and a solutions-oriented mindset are essential.
Effective communication is critical in this role, including timely updates, seeking guidance when needed, and escalating issues when necessary. The Specialist must maintain a meticulous record of tender progress, ensuring continuous awareness of deadlines and outstanding requirements, as well as all submissions. These are to be retained on the firm’s approved document management system. Additionally, the Specialist will be expected to report on pitches in progress and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Pitch and Tender Management
• Manage the end-to-end process of preparing and submitting proposals, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs), Capability Statements, and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Identify and source, and keep track of pitch opportunities through the relevant subscribed tender publications, and direct these to the relevant practitioners. Where required, attend briefing sessions.
• Objectively assess bid opportunities and provide Go/No-Go recommendations to key stakeholders.
• Organize and lead pitch meetings, providing strategic guidance on win themes and messaging.
• Draft and review pitch content with a strong business development focus to ensure competitive positioning.
• Prepare compelling client presentations tailored to specific business opportunities.
• Conduct post-bid reviews to assess performance and gather insights for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all bid responses are fully compliant with tender requirements and submitted within deadlines.
• Coordinate and collaborate with external teaming partners and practice areas on the necessary data for submissions or bid requirements, including securing teaming agreements, Power of Attorneys, Letters of Association, and Letters of Intent.
• Maintain and update the pitches in progress spreadsheet with all bid-related data and outcomes.
• Implement best practices in pitch management and ensure alignment with the firm’s brand and procurement standards.
• Work closely with the awards and rankings team to build and maintain a central repository of pitch-related content for awards and recognitions
• Conduct quality checks on proposal documents, ensuring compliance with the firm’s branding guidelines across Word, PowerPoint, and Excel formats.
Contract Management and SLAs
• Coordinate the review and finalization of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) in collaboration with lead partners, the firm’s Risk and Compliance Department, and client executives.
• Ensure timely execution and approval of SLAs.
• Maintain an updated SLA tracking system and communicate payment terms and rates to the finance team.
• Verify SLA details against original bid submissions to ensure accuracy in scope, timelines, team composition, and pricing.
• Assist in drafting addenda for extended services and communicating new rate structures to the fee earner(s) and/or clients in line with contractual and fiscal updates.
• Work with internal stakeholders to establish and manage a centralized SLA repository for efficiency and knowledge retention.
Intelligence and Pitch Repository Management
• Advocate for best practices in bid and proposal management across the firm.
• Develop and maintain standardized proposal templates to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Create and update pricing tools for effective cost estimation and competitive positioning.
• Maintain a centralized database of pitch intelligence and historical data for strategic decision-making.
• Conduct research on industry sectors and develop targeted sector-specific capability statements.
• Oversee the pitch repository, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely updates by the administrative team.
• Regular reporting to management regarding the proposal process and any identified areas for improvement.
Sector-Specific Strategies and Reporting
• Track and report on SLA performance, including progress updates, expiration alerts, and renewal requirements.
• Assist sector groups in researching target clients and developing bespoke pitches and proposals.
• Identify and analyze opportunities for targeted client engagement
• Provide regular reports to sector teams on pitch activities and market trends.
Supervision and Mentorship of Pitch Administrators
• Provide ongoing mentorship and support to pitch administrators, ensuring their professional growth and efficiency.
• Oversee the administrators’ workload and ensure compliance with firm standards and best practices.
• Conduct quality checks on all pitch-related work produced by administrators.
• Identify and facilitate training needs for the administrative team.
• Ensure administrators accurately track and update all ongoing pitches, projects, and deadlines within the firm’s systems.
• Set reminders for pitch validity periods and follow-ups on submissions to enhance efficiency and responsiveness.
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in law, engineering, marketing, finance, business, or related field.
• APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) membership is highly desirable.
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in Bid Management and/or Business Development, ideally in the professional services or commercial legal services sector.
• Demonstrated expertise in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe Pro.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in teams specializing in pitch support.
• Project management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, or similar) are advantageous.
Skills and Competencies
• Extensive knowledge of the professional services sector (specifically, the legal services sector).
• Proven ability to stay current with industry trends, regulations, and legislation.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Robust interpersonal skills.
• High resilience and stress tolerance.
• Integrity, accountability, and strong ethical framework.
• Adaptability and flexibility.
• Exceptional time management and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced team leadership and relationship-building capabilities.
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CONVEYANCING SECRETARY
CONVEYANCING SECRETARY – TRANSFERS, BONDS, CANCELLATIONS & TOWNSHIP DEVELOPMENTS
An exciting opportunity has become available within the Real Estate Department in the Windhoek office for an experienced Conveyancing Secretary.
We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organised professional to provide end-to-end conveyancing and administrative support across transfers, bonds, cancellations, and township development matters. The successful candidate will be capable of managing high-volume transactions efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and working both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced legal environment.
Qualifications and Experience
• Grade 12 (Matric) is essential.
• A relevant paralegal, secretarial, or conveyancing qualification will be advantageous.
• Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in a similar environment, including:
o Residential and commercial property transfers
o Sectional title schemes and township registrations
o Mortgage bonds and cancellations
• Proficiency in LegalPerfect, E4, AJS, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
Key Responsibilities
Conveyancing and Legal Support
• Accurately review and action instructions from banks, clients, and other stakeholders, ensuring full compliance with loan conditions and transaction requirements.
• Draft, prepare, and manage:
o Bond documents
o Transfer documents (including sectional, conventional, and deceased estate transfers)
o Township establishment and subdivision documentation
o Notarial deeds, powers of attorney, and related instruments
• Coordinate client consultations and arrange for execution of documents in a timely manner.
• Ensure all FICA and regulatory compliance requirements are satisfied, verified, and properly recorded.
• Facilitate and track the lodgement and registration process, proactively resolving delays and reporting progress.
• Maintain accurate document control, audit trails, and version management for all legal documentation.
Administrative and Financial Management
• Open, maintain, and close files in accordance with firm procedures and compliance standards.
• Monitor outstanding requirements and proactively follow up with clients, banks, and third parties to ensure timely progression of matters.
• Manage correspondence, queries, and reporting, ensuring clear, professional, and timely communication.
• Process billing, invoicing, and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to internal financial controls.
• Update and maintain records on internal systems to ensure data accuracy, transparency, and real-time reporting.
Operational Excellence, Risk & Compliance
• Ensure strict adherence to FICA, data protection, and all applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Utilise internal systems effectively to track transaction milestones, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Identify, escalate, and assist in resolving risks, delays, or compliance concerns in a timely manner.
• Support standardisation of processes, use of templates, and workflow efficiencies to improve turnaround times.
• Contribute to maintaining strong internal controls and segregation of duties, particularly in financial processes.
Skills and Competencies
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with a commitment to high-quality work.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with clients and stakeholders.
• Sound understanding of basic accounting principles relevant to conveyancing transactions.
• Ability to work independently while managing risk and collaborate effectively within a team.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and problem-solving ability in managing transactions end-to-end.
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Secretary – Dispute Resolution
SECRETARY – DISPUTE RESOLUTION
An exciting opportunity exists in the Dispute Resolution Department in the Namibia office for an Intermediate legal secretary supporting a large and busy team. The role requires a highly experienced, proactive self-starter with sound judgment, excellent organisational skills and the ability to support multiple Partners/Directors and Associates simultaneously. The successful candidate must be confident working independently with minimal supervision, able to manage competing priorities under sustained pressure, and take full ownership of administrative, billing and debtor-management responsibilities in a fast-paced dispute-resolution practice.
Qualifications and Experience
• Matric/Grade 12.
• A secretarial/administrative/paralegal diploma or equivalent would be advantageous.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in a similar environment.
• Should be proficient in MS Office.
• Should have knowledge of Ejustice and court processes
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
General administration and correspondence
• Receive and screen telephone calls and resolve basic queries.
• Manage appointment diaries appropriately including the scheduling and arranging of conferences, meetings and administrative processes, ensuring that the calendars are updated accordingly.
• Arrange travel including scheduling of transport, hotel reservations, check-in and associated administrative tasks.
• Maintain the team’s filing system (opening, closing and archiving of files) and attending to the effective administration of the team’s electronic filing system.
• Complete FICA documents when opening files and ensure documents are delivered to the FICA office.
• Proactively assist team with email and diary management.
Preparation of agreements and other legal documents
• Transcribe primarily electronic dictation, including legal documents and pleadings in accordance with the Firm’s house style.
• Proofread and correct prepared materials for grammar, spelling, punctuation, format and syntax.
• Compile non-standard correspondence as required.
• Compose routine letters and memoranda and prepare reports using knowledge of work area instructions and guidelines.
• Allocate incoming correspondence and documents to case file and related materials needed for action.
• Prepare presentations from information and guidelines provided by the fee-earner.
• Maintain calendars for assigned Fee Earner(s) to ensure no scheduling conflicts and monitors court-imposed deadlines.
• Produce legal documents such as pleadings, briefs, opinions, complaints, administrative decisions, orders and subpoenas from verbal or written instructions, dictation, rough draft, or other materials which may be difficult to interpret and/or format.
• Review legal documents to ensure they are in proper format and contain all necessary portions or related documents for court acceptance.
Accounts and debtor administration
• Manage invoicing, billing and debtor administration process for the team – full management on the AJS system (Reconcile fees, disbursements and payments of files.)
• Assist the fee earners with time recording.
• Print out WIP by Fee Earner and WIP by file owner statements on a monthly basis and liaise with the accounts department when needed.
• Obtain VAT numbers from clients.
• Identify disbursements or other debts, which are not recoverable (bank charges etc. which arise too late for recovery) and arrange for them to be written off with the Fee Earners’ approval.
• Attend to Audit Requests as requested by Fee Earners.
• Attend to Conflict Checks as requested by Fee Earners.
• Follow-up outstanding invoices with client by letter or telephone, fax and email.
• Liaise with accounts department regarding receipt of payments, payment of invoices and trust funds.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
• Proficiency with MS Office package including MS Power point, MS excel, OneDrive and the CDH Systems and procedures (AJS, File site, House Style etc.) at an intermediate level.
• Knowledge of Ejustice and court procedures will be an added advantage.
• Excellent typing skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Good telephone and email etiquette.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain absolute confidentiality.
• Prioritising and organising skills.
• Knowledge of court rules and procedures.
• Ability to follow complex instructions and/or guidelines as appropriate in the performance of support activities.
• Stress Management and an ability to work under pressure.
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