Chad Gregory
@chadgregory
Experienced lawyer and legal advisor with a focus on compliance.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven legal advisor and attorney with over 8 years of post-qualification experience, specializing in contracts and compliance. My career has been dedicated to enhancing legal compliance and improving case outcomes through extensive legal research and high-quality agreement drafting. I have cultivated strong relationships across various functions to achieve organizational objectives.
Throughout my professional journey, I have excelled in contract management, risk mitigation, and litigation support. My ability to tackle challenges from different perspectives has been recognized, and I am committed to providing innovative solutions that leave a lasting impact on my organization and clients. I aim to improve overall success while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and procedures.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Legal Associate
Exigent Group Limited
Mar 2022 - Apr 2024 (2 years 1 month)
Managed client accounts across mining, gas, IT, and consultancy services. Reviewed various agreements to ensure compliance and risk mitigation. Developed tools to improve workflow and contributed to revenue growth and service delivery.
Global Group Assistant Legal Advisor
IBV International Vaults
Feb 2021 - Oct 2021 (8 months)
Provided legal advisory support for construction projects, managed the legal department, and coordinated project negotiations. Drafted and vetted agreements while ensuring compliance with legislation.
Projects Co-ordinator
Komoto Copper Company (Glencore)
Oct 2019 - Aug 2020 (10 months)
Coordinated engineering projects, managed budgets and resources, and ensured compliance with contract terms. Advised management on project risks and maintained stakeholder communication.
Compliance Officer
Exchange4Free
Mar 2018 - Apr 2018 (1 month)
Monitored compliance with anti-money laundering regulations, investigated suspicious transactions, and ensured adherence to legal standards across departments.
Admitted Attorney
Brimelow De Oliveira Ekerold Attorneys Incorporated
Apr 2016 - Apr 2018 (2 years)
Litigated in court, managed debt review applications, and prepared legal documents. Conducted client consultations and handled various civil litigation matters.
Health and Safety Officer
Chick Harvest cc
Feb 2010 - Aug 2015 (5 years 6 months)
Managed health and safety protocols and administrative tasks, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting workplace safety.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UTUniversity of Cape Town
Master of Laws, Tax Law
2021 -
Studied Tax Law, focusing on the legal implications and regulations surrounding taxation in South Africa.
UTUniversity of Cape Town
Certificate, Legal Technology
2020 -
Completed a course in Legal Technology: Start Ups and Innovation, exploring the intersection of law and technology.
UPUniversity of Pretoria
Certificate, Debt Counselling
2020 -
Trained as a Debt Counsellor under the National Credit Regulator, focusing on consumer debt management.
I(Induna Online (UDEMY)
Certificate, Contract Law
2019 -
Completed a course on FIDIC Contracts, gaining practical insights into international construction contracts.
HUHarvard X University
Certificate, Contract Law
2019 -
Studied Contract Law, focusing on the principles and applications of contract agreements.
ACACAMS
Certificate, AML
2018 -
Completed a course on Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing, focusing on compliance and regulatory frameworks.
UTUniversity of Cape Town
Certificate, Compliance Management
2017 -
Studied Compliance Management, focusing on corporate governance, risk management, and compliance strategies.
UTUniversity of Cape Town
Advanced Diploma, Project Management
2016 -
Earned an Advanced Diploma in Business Project Management, focusing on project management principles and practices.
UAUniversity of South Africa
Bachelor of Laws, Law
2015 -
Completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB), covering various aspects of law and legal principles.
School for Legal Practice
Certificate, Legal Practice
2015 -
Completed Practical Legal Training (PLT), focusing on vocational skills necessary for effective legal practice.
SAMTRAC
Certificate, Health and Safety
2010 -
Studied Health and Safety, focusing on hazard identification and risk assessment in various environments.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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