Delray Claire Vosloo
Company Secretary | Executive Director
Pretoria East
Summary
Legal professional with track record of delivering impactful results and driving positive outcomes. Skilled in legal strategy, risk management, and corporate governance. Known for fostering strong team collaboration and adapting to evolving challenges. Respected for integrity, analytical thinking, and effective communication.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Head of Legal | Company Secretary | Executive Director of the Board
Iveco SA (Pty) Ltd
Centurion, South Africa
03.2016 - Current
- Oversee the management of statutory documentation and registration documentation for easy reference purposes and recording of any amendments that has been affected.
- Oversee shareholder expectation in performance of my duties as a Director of the Board and ensuring that shareholder expectation is managed against the expectation of various stakeholders within and outside of the business and industry.
- Enhanced compliance with regulatory requirements through conducting thorough audits and risk assessments.
- Continuously monitored changes in laws and regulations, ensuring timely updates to company policies and procedures to maintain compliance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional departments to develop policies that mitigate risk while supporting business objectives.
- Ensured global compliance with data privacy regulations through developing comprehensive policies and employee training programs.
- Reduced outside counsel expenses by cultivating strong in-house capabilities and expertise in key areas of law.
- Oversaw intellectual property portfolio management, including patent filings, trademarks registrations, and licensing agreements.
- Negotiated high-value contracts with vendors and partners, ensuring optimal terms and conditions for the organization.
- Protected company interests during government investigations by collaborating with internal teams to gather relevant information and prepare responses to inquiries.
- Fostered a culture of compliance and ethical behavior by designing and implementing comprehensive training programs for employees.
- Safeguarded company assets by overseeing the negotiation of insurance coverage policies tailored to specific business needs.
- Resolved disputes efficiently through mediation or arbitration, avoiding costly litigation when possible.
- Developed comprehensive legal strategies for complex litigation cases, leading to favorable outcomes for the company.
- Advised executive leadership on legal implications of strategic decisions, promoting sound decision-making practices.
- Created effective communication channels between the legal department and other internal stakeholders for prompt resolution of issues.
- Implemented corporate governance best practices by advising board members on fiduciary duties and compliance matters.
- Managed relationships with external counsel across diverse jurisdictions for seamless handling of international legal matters.
- Streamlined legal processes by implementing efficient document management systems and software.
Legal Advisor
MAN Truck & Bus (S.A) (Pty) Ltd.
Kempton Park, South Africa
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Assisted in closing big procurement agreements, such as the Good year Tyre Service level Agreement for over 30 Million ZAR and the B&J Engineering contract for over 10 Million a year.
- Structured and built a legal department and known for hard work, punctuality, and detailed risk assessment.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with timely and accurate legal advice on various matters.
- Reduced potential litigation risks by conducting thorough research and providing preemptive solutions to clients.
- Directed and supported staff with business registrations and other legal requirements.
- Developed compliance best practices for company.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive risk management strategies for organizations.
- Reviewed proposed legislation affecting the organization''s interests, advocating for favorable policy changes when necessary.
- Streamlined contract negotiation processes, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Offered in-house training to company personnel on relevant aspects of law.
- Advised executive teams on proper corporate governance practices, minimizing legal exposure and liability.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up-to-date on the latest legal developments within the industry.
- Assisted human resource departments in drafting employee handbooks compliant with labor laws and regulations and chairing relevant disciplinary hearings.
- Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
Associate Commercial Litigation Department
Motalane Kgariya Inc
Arcadia-Pretoria Central
03.2012 - 07.2013
- Drafted legal processes, such as summons, notice of motions and various affidavits and pleadings, legal letters, briefs and inter office communique.
- Attended to various consultations inter alia, clients, advocates, and various stakeholders.
- Vetted and reviewed contractual terms to be agreed to between various stakeholders.
- Offered litigation on the legal contracts in terms of enforcement of same and facilitating the settlement negotiations pertaining thereto.
- Managed land claims by beneficiaries and engaged the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform, drafted applications pertaining to the different legislative frameworks, attended to consultations, and finalizing legal process.
- Handled litigation matters in the Land Claims Court and Labour Court by consulting with client, prepare court documents and briefs for Advocates who would argue the matter for client in court.
- Legal fees for the firm well over R1 million ZAR over a 4 (four) month period.
- Consultations and appearance in court and seldom lost a court motion or matter with a ratio of 1 to every 5 court cases.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Candidate Attorney
Hack Stupel and Ross Attorneys
Pretoria Central
01.2011 - 02.2012
- Appeared and attended to Section 65 and debt review procedures representing clients against consumers in default of credit agreements and repayment agreements.
- Drafted legal correspondence in preparation for the matter to be heard in court.
- Followed up with debtors in default behalf of Voltex South Africa and Avbob particularly in debt collection matters.
- Attended to settlement negotiations and drafting settlement agreements with the debtors regarding the payment of outstanding amounts.
- Drafted and completed acknowledgement of debt agreements with debtors as per the negotiated arrangements.
- Drafted and reviewed credit applications for my clients from time to time.
- Conducted thorough research on various areas of law, ensuring accurate information and strong case foundations.
- Managed multiple caseloads simultaneously without compromising quality or timeliness of work product.
- Kept abreast of developments in relevant legislation, ensuring that advice given was current and accurate at all times.
- Developed persuasive oral arguments that influenced judge''s decisions in favor of our clients during court appearances.
- Successfully negotiated settlements between disputing parties, avoiding costly litigation processes.
- Maintained strict adherence to professional ethics guidelines, upholding the integrity of the legal profession at all times.
Education
Admission as a practising Attorney -
LLB Degree - undefined
University of Pretoria
Qualification for Company Secretary - undefined
Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa
Skills
* Strategic thinking
*Ethics enforcement
*Continuous improvement mindset
*Data privacy
*Litigation management
*Stakeholder communication
*Financial acumen
*Dispute resolution proficiency
*Legal research acumen
*Corporate governance oversight
*Contract drafting expertise
*Legal writing
*Teamwork and collaboration
Training And Professional Development
- Integrated training on Contract Management, University of Pretoria, 2013-2014
- Contractual Clauses, Law@Work- University of Cape Town, 2021
- Board Resolutions, Law @Work-University of Cape Town, 2021
Membership And Affiliations
- Active member of the BBBEE Task Team (Ownership) (Iveco SA (Pty) Ltd)
- Active member of the internal Employment Equity Committee (Senior Management Representative) (Iveco SA (Pty) Ltd)
- Member of the NAAMSA Legal Forum
- Member of the Corporate Counsel Association of South Africa (CCASA)
- Director Member of the Institute of Directors South Africa
Core Competences And Skills
- Corporate Governance
- Compliance
- Legal Research
- Legal Writing/Drafting
- Commercial law
- Mediation
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Contract Negotiation
- Due Diligence and Litigation
- Analytical Skills/ Critical Thinking
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Commercial Solution Strategies
Timeline
Head of Legal | Company Secretary | Executive Director of the Board
Iveco SA (Pty) Ltd
03.2016 - Current
Legal Advisor
MAN Truck & Bus (S.A) (Pty) Ltd.
08.2013 - 08.2015
Associate Commercial Litigation Department
Motalane Kgariya Inc
03.2012 - 07.2013
Candidate Attorney
Hack Stupel and Ross Attorneys
01.2011 - 02.2012
LLB Degree - undefined
University of Pretoria
Qualification for Company Secretary - undefined
Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa