Corporate Affairs Specialist (Paralegal)

About the Role

Do you thrive in complex, fast-paced environments and enjoy navigating ambiguity with creativity and a global mindset? If so, this opportunity is for you.
Our Group Function Legal Affairs and Compliance team (GFLA) in EMEA delivers strategic support across commercial, regulatory, employment, and corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance and enabling business success. As the EMEA Market Area undergoes transformation, we are seeking a team player who will help drive strong governance and safeguard company value and reputation.
As a Corporate Affairs Specialist, you will support corporate affairs across multiple markets within your assigned Territory. You will be part of a team of specialists reporting to the Head of Corporate Affairs, Middle East and Africa. The role is located in-Territory, preferably South Africa or Egypt.

Role Overview

You will support Legal and Corporate Affairs by managing company secretarial responsibilities and ensuring effective governance frameworks. You will bring clarity, structure, and simplicity while enabling compliance, accuracy, and operational excellence across the region.

What You Will Do

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  Manage company secretarial duties, statutory records, board and committee documentation, and regulatory filings.
• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of governance frameworks aligned with local laws and global standards.
• Drive strong governance by supporting board processes, director appointments, and governance best practices.
• Act with integrity and uphold Ericsson’s ethical standards, serving as a trusted advisor who safeguards company value and reputation.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and support Corporate Affairs initiatives across your Territory.
• Collaborate closely across EMEA and GFLA, building effective relationships with internal teams, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
• Support stakeholder engagement and enable consistent governance communication across the region.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance governance reporting, and bring innovation to compliance and governance activities.
• Contribute to Corporate Affairs projects by developing effective, scalable, and business-aligned solutions.

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  8–10 years’ experience in company secretarial work, governance, or legal compliance roles.
• Proven expertise in managing corporate secretarial duties and governance frameworks across jurisdictions.
• Strong understanding of corporate law and regulatory compliance within EMEA.
• Critical thinking skills with the ability to deliver clear, practical, and business-aligned solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, navigate matrix structures, and engage stakeholders effectively.
• Proactive mindset, adaptability, and commitment to continuous learning.
• High professionalism, integrity, and a results-driven approach with strong attention to detail and prioritization skills.

Ericsson South Africa recruits in line with its Employment Equity plan and will therefore give preference to suitably qualified candidates who are members of designated groups. Would you like to take a tour to “Life at Ericsson MEA”, visit short video Click Here

Why join Ericsson?

At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

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Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.

Primary country and city: South Africa (ZA) || Woodmead

Req ID: 776087