Introduction We are looking for a dynamic and strategic legal professional to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the governance, compliance, and risk landscape of one of South Africa’s leading medical aid schemes. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced and purpose-driven environment. The successful candidate will provide expert legal advisory services, drive compliance excellence, manage governance and litigation matters, and contribute to strategic risk management initiatives across the Scheme. You will work closely with Executive leadership, while ensuring the organisation remains aligned with legislative and regulatory requirements. If you are passionate about corporate governance, compliance, and making a meaningful impact within the healthcare industry, we invite you to be part of a team that values professionalism, innovation, and service excellence. Duties & Responsibilities Provide comprehensive legal support and advisory services to Bestmed. To manage the compliance program and reviews all legal and compliance issues/concerns within Bestmed. To assist the Executive with risk management and manage litigation and governance for and on behalf of the scheme. Assist with policy development in line with legislation. Contract and Supply Chain Management Risk management IR Management Implementation of compliance findings Provide legal and corporate governance advice to all stakeholders within the organisation Draft and vet all legal documents including letters, TOR's, contracts, opinions, research papers, reports, etc. Manage and review litigation progress with management and external attorneys. Assist in providing the necessary governance support to staff and other relevant stakeholders. Desired Experience & Qualification Qualification Grade 12 LLB Admission as an attorney Experience Minimum 8 years of experience, of which 5 must be managerial experience Membership of the Legal Practice Council (Previously Law Society) Interested? Thank you for your interest in Bestmed Medical Scheme. Due to the large amount of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not be contacted within 2 weeks of the advertisement closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful. Your CV will however be put onto our database and we will contact you should any suitable vacancies arise in future. We wish you the best of luck. #J-18808-Ljbffr