Meggan Watson
Senior Legal Advisor
Gqeberha,EC
Summary
Professional, committed, poised and diligent Legal Advisor who is results-oriented, trained in compliance with Labour legislation, vast experience in workplace conflict resolution, successful at managing multiple priorities, chairing of disciplinary hearings, skilled in advising Clients on compliance with various laws, including the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, the Labour Relations Act, the Consumer Protection Act and the Protection of Personal Information Act.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Legal Advisor
SEESA PTY LTD
Gqeberha
12.2015 - Current
- Provide Clients with timely and accurate legal advice on various matters within the context of Labour, Consumer protection and POPI-related legislation.
- Reduce potential risks by conducting research for, and providing pre-emptive solutions to Clients.
- Direct and advise Human Resource / Compliance Officers on legal requirements.
- Facilitate retrenchment consultations, poor work performance, ill-health and grievance meetings.
- Draft / assist in the implementation of professional policies and practices for Clients.
- Streamline contracts of employment, assist in the implementation thereof, as well as advise on compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Chairing of disciplinary enquiries.
- Maintain strict confidentiality whilst navigating through sensitive information.
- Offered in-house training to Clients / personnel on relevant laws, legal policies and/or procedures.
- Counselled Clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
Candidate Attorney
Azar and Havenga Attorneys
Bloemfontein
09.2013 - 11.2015
- Proof-reading of contracts.
- Consulted with Clients.
- Prepared various essential legal documents including summons and bills of cost.
- Attended court proceedings.
- Maintained strict adherence to professional ethics.
- Managed multiple caseloads simultaneously without compromising quality or timeliness of work product.
- Kept abreast of developments in relevant legislation.
Academic Law Tutor (part-time)
New Academic Tutoring Programme
Bloemfontein
02.2011 - 09.2013
- Assisted students in preparing for tests, exams as well as moot court.
- Liaised with on-campus Lecturers to create a positive learning environment for fellow students.
- marked examination / test scripts.
- Facilitated group discussions amongst students to build confidence, foster critical thinking and encouraged students to take ownership of their studies.
Education
Baccalaureus Legum, Law (LL.B) -
University of The Free State.
The Free State, Republic Of South Africa 02.2009 - 01.2013
Full Academic Colours -
Eunice Girls' School
Bloemfontein 01.2003 - 01.2008
Skills
Labour expert, legal writing, pro-active, social media marketing, determined, negotiation for reaching settlements, business resilience, public speaking, typing, problem solving, self-managing, adaptability, multi-tasking, proof-reading, podcasting
Timeline
Senior Legal Advisor
SEESA PTY LTD
12.2015 - Current
Candidate Attorney
Azar and Havenga Attorneys
09.2013 - 11.2015
Academic Law Tutor (part-time)
New Academic Tutoring Programme
02.2011 - 09.2013
Baccalaureus Legum, Law (LL.B) -
University of The Free State.
02.2009 - 01.2013
Full Academic Colours -
Eunice Girls' School
01.2003 - 01.2008
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