Rick Raus
@rickraus
Masters-qualified Legal Advisor and Business Analyst with 10+ years' experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a Masters-qualified Legal Advisor and Business Analyst with over 10 years of experience in corporate law, compliance, and economic research. My unique ability to blend legal expertise with data-driven analysis allows me to provide invaluable advice to multinational clients, optimize business processes, and ensure regulatory compliance. As an admitted attorney in South Africa, I have gained cross-border experience and am fluent in English, Afrikaans, and advanced Dutch.
Throughout my career, I have held various roles that have honed my skills in managing client relationships, conducting due diligence, and providing strategic counsel on corporate restructuring and compliance. My recent position as Global Client Service Manager at TMF Group has further enhanced my capabilities in overseeing client contracts and leading initiatives to improve client satisfaction through data-driven feedback. I am passionate about leveraging my legal and analytical skills to drive business success and regulatory adherence.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Global Client Service Manager
TMF Group
May 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Serve as the main point of contact for a portfolio of global clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery across 85 jurisdictions. Lead initiatives to proactively enhance client satisfaction through data-driven feedback and process optimisations.
Senior Legal Officer
TMF Group
Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)
Provided critical corporate legal support to multinational and local clients. Conducted extensive client due diligence to meet internal and external regulatory obligations.
Senior Attorney
Grosskopf Attorneys
Jul 2015 - Present (10 years 1 month)
Delivered comprehensive legal services to corporate and financial clients, including drafting, negotiating, and reviewing a wide array of commercial contracts. Represented clients in civil litigation, mediation, arbitration, and labour disputes.
Business Analyst / Compliance Officer
MiX Telematics
May 2013 - Present (12 years 3 months)
Analysed client fleet data to deliver operational insights and cost-saving recommendations, improving logistics efficiency. Collaborated closely with the legal team to prepare, review, and negotiate corporate contracts supporting all divisions.
Legal Internship
H&S Attorneys Inc.
Jan 2007 - Present (18 years 7 months)
Gained foundational legal experience through practical application in a law firm setting. Assisted senior attorneys with case preparation and legal research.
Educational Facilitator
Moreton Hall Prep School/GAP Students International
Jan 2004 - Present (21 years 7 months)
Facilitated educational activities and provided support to students in a preparatory school environment. Developed interpersonal and organizational skills through direct engagement with students and staff.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Universiteit Utrecht
MSc Economics of Competition & Regulation, Economics of Competition & Regulation
2009 - 2011
Activities and societies: Presented econometric study to EU Commission
Studied quantitative methods, economic regulations, corporate governance, markets & strategy, mergers & acquisitions, and environmental economics. Presented an econometric study to the EU Commission.
University of Pretoria
Bachelor of Law (LLB), Law
2007 - 2010
Completed a Bachelor of Law degree, focusing on legal principles and practices. Wrote a thesis on the harmonization of global merger control regimes.
University of Pretoria
Bachelor of Commerce in Law, Economics & Law
2004 - 2007
Majored in Economics and Law, gaining foundational knowledge in both fields. This degree provided a comprehensive understanding of economic principles within a legal framework.
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