ROZANNE VAN HEERDEN

• Strong understanding and experience in implementing and maintaining corporate governance frameworks in accordance with statutory requirements, including the Companies Act, King IV principles, and other relevant legislation.
• Knowledge and experience in ensuring compliance with various legislation, regulations, and codes applicable to companies operating in South Africa, such as the Companies Act, Consumer Protection Act, and Financial Intelligence Centre Act ("FIC Act").
• Experience in managing shareholder communication, including drafting and distributing to various stakeholders, managing shareholder and ensuring compliance with shareholder rights and protections.
• Ability to conduct legal research, analyse complex legal issues, and provide sound legal advice to the Board and management on various corporate matters.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators, auditors, and legal counsel.
• Managing accurate company details, such as registered addresses, contact information, and essential documentation, to facilitate effective compliance.
• Ensuring proper record-keeping and maintaining up-to-date share registers, accurately reflecting the company's shareholders and their respective holdings.
• Assisting the Company Secretary in organising board meetings preparing agendas, and circulating relevant documents, ensuring effective decision-making and adherence to good governance practices.
• Preparing and maintaining minutes of board meetings and shareholder meetings, accurately documenting decisions, discussions, and resolutions
• Assisting with the preparation of annual financial statements integrated reports, and other statutory disclosures, working closel with finance and external auditors to ensure accuracy an completeness.
• Facilitating communication between the company, shareholders, an other stakeholders, managing queries, and ensuring transparent an effective information dissemination.
• Supporting the Company Secretary in implementing best practices i corporate governance, risk management, and compliance, fostering culture of accountability and transparency.
• Participating in continuous professional development activities t stay informed about updates in South African corporate lav governance, and regulatory requirements.
• Providing administrative support to the Company Secretary an Board of Directors, ensuring smooth efficient operations withi the company's secretarial function.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situationss
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• Delivering expert legal advice and guidance on diverse corporate matters, including company law, commercial law, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on optimising clients' business operations.
• Providing comprehensive counsel to clients on various aspects of the Companies Act, such as incorporation, corporate governance. directors' duties, and the implementation of best practices.
• Facilitating clients' commercial transactions, including the negotiation and drafting of agreements, execution of due diligence procedures, and guidance on structuring shareholding to incorporate BEE shareholders.
• Ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, encompassing the Companies Act, Income Tax Act and other relevant legislation, and guiding clients on maintaining full compliance.
• Developing and reviewing corporate policies, procedures, and contracts to guarantee alignment with legal requirements and best practices, while safeguarding clients' interests.
• Delivering expert legal advice and guidance on diverse corporate matters, including company law, commercial law, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on optimising clients' business operations.
• Facilitating clients' commercial transactions, including the negotiation and drafting of agreements, execution of due diligence procedures, and guidance on structuring shareholding to incorporate BEE shareholders.
• Developing and reviewing corporate policies, procedures, and contracts to guarantee alignment with legal requirements and best practices, while safeguarding clients' interests.
• Closely monitoring changes in legislation and regulations, providing timely updates to clients, and assessing potential impacts on their businesses.
• Managing company and Trust registrations with relevant authorities, such as the Master of the High Court and Companies Intellectual Property Commission ("CIPC") to establish and maintain legal entities for clients.
• Drafting agreements and resolutions for individuals and companies to protect their interests and achieve their business needs and goals.
• Offering expert guidance on tax implications for trusts and companies, helping clients navigate complex tax regulations.
• Working closely with SANAS verification agencies and ensuring compliance with the BEE codes at all times.
• Developing and delivering comprehensive training programs for new staff in the restructuring department to enhance team performance and overall service quality.
• Collaborating with different teams within the company to design and implement integrated legal solutions, leveraging the firm's diverse expertise to address clients' unique needs.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, such as government agencies, industry bodies, and clients, to enhance the firm's reputation and service delivery.
• Developing and facilitating tailored training programs for clients on corporate legal issues, including corporate governance, compliance, and risk management.
• Preparing and reviewing Board and Shareholder resolutions, policies, Memorandums of Incorporation, and Shareholder Agreements to ensure effective corporate decision-making and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Advising clients on corporate restructuring, guiding them through the process of incorporating BEE shareholders to promote inclusive business practices.
• Managing individuals and companies to protect their interests and achieve their business needs and goals.

• Providing legal advice and guidance to clients on various labour-related matters, such as employment contracts, employee benefits, and workplace policies in accordance with South African labour legislation.
• Representing clients in labour disputes before the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA), bargaining councils, labour courts, and other relevant forums.
• Interpreting and applying relevant legislation and case law, such as the Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
  Employment Equity Act, and other South African labour laws.
• Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, workplace policies, and employee handbooks to ensure compliance with South African labour laws and regulations.
• Assisting clients with disciplinary processes, including investigations, hearings, and appeals in line with South African labour legislation and best practices.
• Advising clients on issues related to unfair dismissals, discrimination. harassment, and other workplace disputes under South African labour laws.
• Keeping up-to-date with changes in South African labour laws and regulations to ensure accurate and relevant advice.

• Providing legal advice and guidance on BEE matters, including the interpretation and application of the BEE Act, Codes of Good Practice, and other relevant legislation.
• Advising on BEE compliance and risk management strategies for clients. including the development of BEE scorecards, ownership structures, and employment equity plans.
• Assisting clients with BEE verification processes, including the preparation and submission of documentation to verification agencies.
• Developing and reviewing BEE policies, procedures, and contracts to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practices.
• Negotiating and drafting BEE agreements, such as equity ownership agreements, preferential procurement contracts, and enterprise development agreements.
• Monitoring changes in BEE legislation and regulations, and providing updates and advice on the implications for clients.

• Conduct legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations.
• Draft legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and opinions.
• Communicate with clients, attend meetings, and take instructions.
• Manage client les, organise documents, and maintain adequate records.
• Attend court hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
• Preparing court documents and submissions.
• File court documents, serve notices, and manage deadline.

• Assisting attorneys in researching and analysing legal matters related to debt collection focusing on South African credit and debt legislation, such as the National Credit Act ("NCA"), Debt Collectors Act, and other relevant banking regulations.
• Drafting legal documents and correspondence specific to debt collecting including letters of demand, summonses, and default judgments, and warrants of execution.
• Managing and facilitating the entire debt collecting process for the Standard Bank Fleet and Car Schemes Department ("the Fleet Department"), including providing weekly reports on the in process matters, regular meetings with the Managers of the Fleet Department.
• Communicating with debtors, Standard Bank representatives, and other parties involved in debt collection cases to gather information and provide updates on case progress, while adhering to legislation and other legal practices and maintaining the bank's professional image..
• Developing strong relationships with colleagues, Standard Bank representatives, clients, and other stakeholders within the South African debt collection integrated legal solutions, leveraging the rm's diverse expertise to address clients' unique needs.