Company Description
Anglo American Platinum Limited (AAP), currently a subsidiary of Anglo American plc and listed on the Johannesburg Securities Exchange (JSE), is a leading primary producer of platinum group metals with mining, smelting and refining operations that are located in South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Our business is embarking on a significant transformation journey to embed operational excellence and sets itself up as a standalone and independent entity. We will be empowered to define and pursue our own strategic vision for our activities in South Africa, Zimbabwe and global marketing capabilities. This new chapter presents a unique opportunity as we focus on enhancing our operational capabilities and accountability for delivering value to our stakeholders. We intend to remain the leading primary producer of platinum group metals, with capabilities across the full value chain from our mines to market. Integrating sustainability in what and how we do, we will play a leadership role to protect and create value, with safety as an overarching and paramount value.
We are looking for talented individuals to join our team. Take the next step in your career with us!
Number of positions : 1
Location: Corporate Office
Job Description
Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Provide robust legal advice concerning the organisations procure.
- Knowledge and experience in capital procurement, including experience with capital procurement, especially FIDIC (International Federation of Consulting Engineers), NEC (New Engineering Contract), JBCC (Joint Building Contracts Committee) and GCC (General Conditions of Contract) contracts
- Remain updated on the legal environment impacting the organisation, ensuring compliance and anticipation of impactful changes.
- Detect and assess critical legal risks, suggesting strategies for potential mitigation.
- Aid in crafting and implementing legal training specific to the organisations procurement functions.
- Work with senior lawyers to develop resources, including templates and best practice guides tailored for the organisation.
- Facilitate collaboration with external legal services, ensuring timely, cost-effective support.
- Contribute to legal reports, emphasizing accuracy and relevancy.
- Act as the organisations representative in legal negotiations.
- Seek continuous professional development, exploring global legal trends.
- Support senior lawyers in other disciplines.
- Propose improvements to current legal processes, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.
Qualifications
- Admitted as an attorney in South Africa
Experience:
- Experience: Minimum 3 years post admission experience
- Experience in capital procurement, especially FIDIC (International Federation of Consulting Engineers), NEC (New Engineering Contract), JBCC (Joint Building Contracts Committee) and GCC (General Conditions of Contract)
Desirable:
- Post graduate qualifications in law
Technical Knowledge and Skills:
- Broad understanding of SA law, with mining industry experience and knowledge of mining law useful but not essential
- Commercial understanding of consequences of legal scenarios/decisions
- Knowledge of commercial law and company law, with knowledge of relevant specialist areas such competition law, data protection law, JSE Listings Requirements and/or King IV useful but not essential
Additional Information
Who We Are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet? That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.
As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.
What We Offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.
Inclusion and Diversity
Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.
Anglo American Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Anglo American Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.
How To Apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process
Closing date:
02 April 2025
