NONHLANHLA NDIWENI
Chief Legal Officer
Watervalspruit
Summary
As a seasoned legal professional with 8 years of experience in providing expert legal guidance, I am excited to apply for the Legal Advisor position at Bluu Car Rental Company. In my current role, I have been exposed to car rental agreements dispute resolution, drafting of car rental agreements as well the vetting of the contracts. With a strong background in contract law, dispute resolution, and regulatory compliance, I am confident in my ability to provide comprehensive legal support to drive business growth and mitigate risks. My expertise in drafting and reviewing contracts, negotiating agreements, and ensuring adherence to relevant laws and regulations make me an ideal fit for this role. I am eager to bring my skills and experience to a dynamic team and contribute to the success of Bluu Rental Company.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Chief Legal Officer
Motus Holdings Limited
03.2025 - Current
- Appointed to lead legal function for Motus Holdings and its four operational divisions, including Retail & Rental, Aftermarket Parts, Financial Services, and Mobility Solutions.
- Provide strategic legal oversight across regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, governance, and contract management.
- Manage and mentor a cross-functional legal team, overseeing workflow, training, and professional development.
- Advise executive leadership on legal, commercial, and reputational risk across multiple business streams.
- Drive group-wide alignment with the National Credit Act and other applicable legislative frameworks.
- Lead high-level negotiations, contract reviews, and resolution of escalated disputes.
Senior Legal Advisor
First National Bank
07.2019 - 02.2025
- Led legal strategy, managed risk/compliance, and provided counsel for complex challenges.
- Drafted, vetted, and managed contracts, SLAs, and legal documents ensuring compliance.
- Oversaw legal recovery, issued demands, and tracked litigation with external attorneys.
- Directed stakeholder relations, project management, and team supervision for legal affairs.
- Managed a team of legal professionals and support staff, delegating workflow and overseeing performance in line with strategic and compliance.
- Provided expert legal advice on banking products and financial services, focusing on National Credit Act (NCA), reckless lending, and credit-related matters.
- Drafted and reviewed a wide range of legal contracts, service level agreements, and commercial agreements.
- Coordinated legal recovery actions, from issuing demand letters to liaising with external attorneys on litigation.
- Represented the business in engagements with regulators and external stakeholders, including ombuds and legal forums.
- Regularly delivered internal training on credit law, compliance practices, and legal policy updates.
- Reason for leaving: Seeking a new challenge
Candidate Attorney/Admitted Attorney
Kalamore Chipuln Corporation
01.2016 - 09.2017
- Expertise in contract drafting, including Employment, Property, and Commercial agreements.
- Proficient in courtroom representation and litigation procedures.
- Skilled in the preparation of comprehensive pleadings.
- Management of distressed client accounts with a focus on resolution.
- Adept in arbitration and alternative dispute resolution methods.
- Conducted in-depth client consultations to assess legal needs.
- Strong foundation in legal research to support case strategies.
- Reason for leaving: Career growth
Candidate Attorney
Marx Attorneys
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Reason for leaving: Principal’s tragic passing
Education
MATRIC - Grade12
FREEDOM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
LLB -
UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2011 - 12.2014
Skills
- MS WORD
Interests
Server of soup at the soup kitchen project
Member of the Wits Arts of Living Club
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/18/91
- Nationality: South African
Timeline
Chief Legal Officer
Motus Holdings Limited
03.2025 - Current
Senior Legal Advisor
First National Bank
07.2019 - 02.2025
Candidate Attorney/Admitted Attorney
Kalamore Chipuln Corporation
01.2016 - 09.2017
Candidate Attorney
Marx Attorneys
01.2015 - 12.2016
LLB -
UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND
01.2011 - 12.2014
MATRIC - Grade12
FREEDOM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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