Permanent - Legal Compliance Manager - Johannesburg (Incl. Northern Suburbs) - South Africa

Industry: Mining & Resources
Seniority Level: Senior Management

Position Overview:

A leading mining and resources organisation is seeking a skilled Legal Compliance Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of legal, regulatory, and governance compliance. The role will ensure that the organisation’s operations in South Africa adhere to statutory, mining, labour, environmental, and corporate governance requirements, while supporting business objectives and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and monitor a comprehensive compliance framework in line with South African legislation (including MHSA, MPRDA, NEMA, Labour Relations Act, POPIA, and BBBEE).
• Provide legal guidance on mining rights, permits, contracts, environmental obligations, and community agreements.
• Ensure compliance with reporting requirements to the Department of Mineral Resources & Energy (DMRE), environmental authorities, and other regulatory bodies.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, service-level agreements, and joint venture arrangements.
• Monitor developments in South African mining, labour, and environmental law to ensure proactive compliance.
• Manage corporate governance practices in alignment with King IV principles.
• Support the Social and Labour Plan (SLP) and community engagement compliance requirements.
• Train and build awareness among management and staff on compliance obligations, ethics, and risk management.
• Oversee internal audits, compliance investigations, and corrective action processes.
• Liaise with external legal advisors, auditors, regulators, and key stakeholders as required.

   

Attributes and Competencies:

• Strategic thinker with the ability to align compliance with business objectives.
• Strong ethical orientation and integrity.

Excellent communication, advisory, and interpersonal skills.

•  Attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and build trust across multiple stakeholders.

Remuneration:

A competitive executive package, including benefits and performance-based incentives, will be offered to the successful candidate.

Requirements:

• LLB Degree(admission as an Attorney or Advocate an advantage). 
• At least 7–10 years’ legal and compliance experience, with a strong focus on mining, natural resources, or heavy industry sectors. 
• Proven experience in regulatory compliance, mining law, corporate governance, and risk management. 
• In-depth knowledge of South African legislation relevant to mining and corporate operations. 
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and advisory skills. 
• Ability to interact effectively with government, regulatory bodies, community structures, and senior executives. 
• Experience with BBBEE compliance and reporting is highly desirable.