Pretoria, Gauteng
Full-time
Closing Date: 20 October 2026
Job Description
Detailed description
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
- Negotiate, draft and vet various IT-related contracts, including complex multi-year technology transformation programmes.
- Lead a legal team for complex technology projects.
- Identify, address and manage potential legal risks within the SARB Group.
- Steer legal processes for internal clients on complex legal challenges and disputes affecting their operations.
- Conduct research into a wide range of matters relating to commercial and procurement law.
- Take responsibility for addressing issues pertaining to relevant legislation applicable to the SARB Group.
- Provide legal advice and opinions.
- Review and draft policies, procedures and guidelines for the SARB Group.
- Establish processes to enhance efficiencies within the SARB Group.
- Represent the LSD and SARB Group on internal committees, workgroups and/or forums.
- Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications
Job requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must:
- have an LLB degree or an equivalent appropriate legal qualification
- be an admitted attorney or corporate lawyer within a reputable legal practice or within a reputable technology corporate; and
- have eight to ten years of experience as a practising attorney or in-house legal counsel / corporate lawyer.
The following would be an added advantage:
- a solid record in leading negotiations and concluding long-term strategic legal projects;
- experience in IT law; and
- providing legal support on technology projects / systems
Additional requirements are as follows:
- assertiveness;
- problem-solving and analysis skills;
- communication skills (verbal and written);
- judgment and decision-making skills;
- presentation skills;
- relationship management;
- listening skills;
- being a self-starter; and
- driving execution.
In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.
The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.
About Us
About SARB
Primary mandate of the SARB
Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:
The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.
The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.
WHAT WE DO
Monetary Policy
The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.
Financial Stability
The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.
Prudential Regulation
The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.
Financial Markets
Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.
Financial Surveillance
The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.
Payments and Settlements
The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.
Statistics
The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.
Research
Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.
Banknotes and Coin
The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.
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