AGC Jobs 2022 for Technology Media and Telecommunications Attorney

Our client, a leading Law Firm in Sandton, has a new opportunity for an Associate to join their Technology, Media and Telecommunications Team in their Corporate and Commercial Department. The candidate must have proven experience (at least 1 – 3 years) and expertise in technology, media, and telecommunications law as well as data privacy law. In addition to the above, the candidate should be achievement oriented, focused, and able to work under pressure in a deadline driven environment.

Job Title: Technology Media and Telecommunications Attorney
Location: Sandton

Job Summary:
The candidate will be expected to assume responsibility for working closely with clients as well as managing elements of various transactions. As such, this role will offer the candidate an opportunity to obtain experience in cutting edge technology transactions, data privacy matters and TMT regulatory work

Duties & Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:

Assisting with POPIA related matters, including drafting of complex opinions and assisting with POPIA implementations
Assist with vetting, negotiating, and drafting of agreements in the TMT sector
Advising on regulatory matters in the TMT sector
Researching law and drafting opinions
Attend independently to smaller matters and aspects of larger matters
Experience in technology transactions – drafting, vetting, and negotiating TMT related contracts as well as opinion work
Proven knowledge and experience with POPIA, PAIA, Cybercrimes Act and related legislation
Working knowledge of ECTA, ECA, CPA and related legislation
Experience in social media legal issues

Desired Experience & Qualification:
Skills, Abilities and Experience:

The candidate should be an admitted attorney with a strong academic record.

In addition, the candidate should also possess the following:

A thorough knowledge of the law – with at least 1 – 3 years experience in TMT law and data privacy law experience / knowledge (post articles)
Proven and demonstrable experience in working on technology transactional matters, including drafting and vetting of TMT related agreements as well as opinion work (non-negotiable)
Thorough and extensive knowledge of POPIA and PAIA or similar data privacy legislation such as GDPR
Proven demonstrable experience on working on data privacy related matters
Telecommunications regulatory experience an advantage
Strong written and verbal communications skills with some experience in negotiations
Confidence, initiative and the ability to run matters independently
Strong contract drafting and vetting skills (non-negotiable)
Relevant work experience in a law firm
A passion for TMT law
Interest in presenting on areas of law, attending conferences, drafting articles
Strong analytical skills
The ability to self-regulate
The ability to work in a fluid and fast paced environment
The ability to work in a diverse team and with diverse clients
The ability to work under pressure in a demanding environment
Excellent communication skills and client interaction skills (both verbal and written)
Knowledge of telecommunications and / or broadcasting regulatory issues, including ICASA related procedures (advantageous)
Marketing skills (advantageous)
In addition to the above, it is essential that the candidate also demonstrate an ability to manage client relations, billing processes and practice management in general

Package & Remuneration:
Salary on offer is market related.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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