Legal Advisor – Retail Industry

Sandton area Inhouse at Head Office Qualifications - BCom/BA LLB, Articles in a reputable firm About the Role: A company in the fashion, events and beauty industry is looking for a commercial lawyer with experience in the luxury sector to provide comprehensive legal support across a wide range of business functions. This role is integral to ensuring legal compliance, managing risk, supporting internal and external stakeholders, and overseeing the legal aspects of high-profile partnerships and campaigns. Key Responsibilities: Legal Advisory & Risk Management Provide general legal risk advice and mitigation strategies. Review and advise on media-related reputation management matters. Liaise with group legal and relevant committees on ongoing legal concerns. Manage disputes involving contractors, contestants, talent, and vendors. Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements. Contracts & Agreements Draft, review, amend, and negotiate a variety of agreements including: - Production agreements - Service Level Agreements (SLAs) - Independent contractor agreements - Broadcast agreements - Licensing agreements - Sponsorship agreements and related addendums - Designer agreements - Indemnities and release forms - General NDAs General terms and conditions for event industry Draft T&Cs and privacy policies for digital platforms (website and app). Handle influencer and campaign agreement reviews and negotiations. Operations Support Prepare and update booking forms, entry forms eligibility criteria, FAQs, and social media competition terms. Manage and brief contestants on documentation and legal obligations. Draft and manage contestant documentation such as: - Finalist Agreements - NDAs and Consent Forms - Medical and Indemnity Forms - Management Agreements Support ongoing legal correspondence with contestants. Sponsorship & Stakeholder Management Review and negotiate sponsorship deals (many active matters at a time). Monitor compliance with sponsorship obligations. Handle all sponsor communications relating to legal matters and risk. Interpret agreements and ensure compliance with obligations. Review venue deal sheets and manage conflict resolution as required. Employment & Internal Legal Administration Oversee internal legal admin including: - Company resolutions and statutory changes - BEE affidavits Support HR with employment policies and internal disputes. Intellectual Property & Brand Protection Manage IP portfolio generally Monitor IP infringements and social media misuse. Draft and issue cease and desist letters and letters of demand. Liaise with IP attorneys on trade mark filings and renewals. Draft and manage copyright assignment and ownership agreements. Legal Operations & Support Prepare detailed call sheets Support operational logistics for events and campaigns. Assist in contestant management logistics and documentation handling. Draft engagement letters and venue agreements as required.

Location: Sandton, Gauteng, ZA

Posted Date: 7/16/2025