Legal Advisor at Hello Group – Apply Now!

🌟 About Hello Group

At Hello Group, we’re not just a company – we’re a movement. We exist to break barriers and empower marginalised communities through cutting-edge telecommunications, financial services, and digital solutions. Every minute, we change lives, tackling problems others avoid, and having fun while doing it!

If you’re the type of legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative, and impact-driven environment – you’re about to find your professional home.

⚖️ Your Role: Legal Advisor

As a Legal Advisor, you’ll be integral to the legal function of the Group. You’ll provide expert guidance, ensure compliance, and handle both domestic and international legal matters.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Commercial Legal Support:

• Draft, review, interpret and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements

• Highlight legal risks in agreements and propose mitigation strategies

• Provide guidance on general legal matters, regulatory changes, and legal best practices

• Prepare legal letters and ad hoc agreements

General Legal Duties:

• Advise on company policies and ensure legal processes are current and compliant

• Refer cases to external legal counsel where necessary

• Interpret legislation, regulations, and contracts

• Provide legal support to various business units under the shared services model

• Draft legal opinions and research reports

Legal Process Improvement:

• Stay updated with legal and regulatory changes relevant to fintech, telecommunications, and financial services

• Support the legal team in refining group policies, procedures, and frameworks

• Ensure timely legal deliverables in collaboration with the Head of Department

📚 Minimum Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognised institution

• Admitted Attorney or Legal Practitioner (South Africa)

Experience:

• 1–3 years post-admission experience in a legal advisory capacity

• Solid experience drafting and reviewing commercial contracts

• (Preferred but not essential) Exposure to the fintech, financial services, or telecoms sectors

Skills & Attributes:

• Excellent written & verbal communication

• High attention to detail & strong research skills

• Tech-savvy – MS Office proficiency

• Adaptable, problem-solver, and collaborative mindset

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

🧠 What Makes You a Perfect Fit?

You’re a legal professional who:

• Thinks outside the box

• Thrives in a diverse, high-energy work culture

• Is passionate about making an impact

• Can handle a wide scope of legal disciplines with confidence

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✅ CV TIPS for Legal Advisor Roles

💡 Tailor your CV to highlight relevant legal advisory experience, especially in-house exposure.
📑 Include contract drafting and negotiation achievements – quantify outcomes where possible.
🎯 Showcase knowledge of regulatory compliance in your field (e.g., fintech, telecoms).
🧩 Demonstrate soft skills like collaboration, decision-making, and adaptability.
🕵️‍♂️ Proofread thoroughly – legal roles demand accuracy and attention to detail.

🌐 Company Website: https://www.hellogroup.co.za