Founder & Chief Executive Officer at RK Corporate Consulting (Proprietary) Limited (2024-12 – Present)
- Founded and led an independent governance and compliance consultancy, supporting SMEs and startups with strategic management.
- Advised directors and founders on fiduciary duties, enhancing decision-making accountability and ethics.
- Drafted comprehensive company policies, governance frameworks, and shareholder documents, improving corporate documentation quality.
- Ensured full CIPC compliance and efficient statutory filings, optimizing entity structuring for new and existing businesses.
- Designed user-friendly toolkits and templates, simplifying legal requirements for clients.
- Provided expert advisory on statutory obligations and regulatory updates, facilitating operational governance needs.
- Enhanced the company's digital presence and client engagement, supporting substantial business growth.
- Developed practical compliance systems, enabling small businesses to operate confidently and mitigate regulatory risks.
Short-Term Property Manager at Airbnb Platform Operations (2024-12 – Present)
- Supervised operations for short-term rental properties, ensuring adherence to Airbnb platform standards and local regulations.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction and experience through proactive communication and service delivery.
- Streamlined maintenance scheduling and managed escalations, maintaining high property standards and operational efficiency.
Statutory Consultant at FluidRock Group Governance (Proprietary) Limited (2024-06 – 2024-12)
- Executed statutory audits and due diligence reviews for multiple client entities, ensuring thorough compliance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver bespoke governance and compliance solutions.
- Managed client relationships, providing regular updates on project progress and regulatory developments.
- Developed and implemented tailored compliance strategies aligned with King IV, enhancing governance adherence.
- Supported directors with corporate actions, resolutions, and CIPC submissions, optimizing compliance processes.
- Utilized digital systems to streamline filing processes and record management, improving efficiency.
- Maintained current knowledge of emerging governance concepts and Companies Act amendments.
Assistant Company Secretary at Telesure Group Services (Proprietary) Limited (2022-09 – 2024-05)
- Facilitated the application of Companies Act 71 of 2008 and King IV principles for group entities, ensuring compliance.
- Coordinated board and committee meetings, managing resolutions and documentation circulation efficiently.
- Maintained accurate share registers and facilitated effective shareholder communications.
- Assisted in drafting comprehensive annual reports, disclosures, and regulatory submissions.
- Monitored compliance with POPIA, FICA, and FSR Act requirements, ensuring regulatory adherence.
- Collaborated with auditors and regulators to resolve compliance and filing queries, enhancing operational integrity.
- Delivered training and updates on governance and statutory developments, improving organizational knowledge.
Corporate Legal Advisor at SERR Synergy (Proprietary) Limited (2022-11 – 2022-11)
- Provided comprehensive legal and compliance advisory services across Companies Act, labour, and B-BBEE legislation.
- Drafted critical shareholder agreements, resolutions, and Memoranda of Incorporation for corporate clients.
- Led client due-diligence processes for restructuring and transactions, ensuring thorough legal compliance.
- Oversaw registration and maintenance of client legal entities with CIPC and SARS, improving regulatory adherence.
- Developed corporate policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with legal and governance standards.
- Delivered internal training on legal compliance and restructuring best practices, enhancing workforce knowledge.
- Collaborated with verification agencies to maintain B-BBEE compliance standards, supporting client operations.
Associate Attorney at Thomas Human Attorneys Incorporated (2017-03 – 2017-10)
- Provided expert legal advice on labour and employment law under the LRA, BCEA, and Employment Equity Act.
- Drafted and reviewed employment contracts, workplace policies, and disciplinary procedures, enhancing legal compliance.
- Represented clients at the CCMA and bargaining councils, achieving favorable outcomes in dispute resolution.
- Assisted with disciplinary investigations, hearings, and appeals, optimizing legal processes.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research, staying informed on South African labour law developments.
Legal Advisor at SEESA BEE (2016-03 – 2016-07)
- Advised SME clients on B-BBEE compliance, verification preparation, and ownership structuring, enhancing client readiness.
- Drafted B-BBEE-related agreements and policies in line with Codes of Good Practice, ensuring regulatory alignment.
- Supported clients through verification processes and documentation management, improving compliance outcomes.
Associate Attorney at Van Heerden - Locke Attorneys Incorporated (2016-02 – 2016-07)
- Drafted contracts, pleadings, and legal opinions for civil and commercial matters, enhancing legal service delivery.
- Managed client relationships and case documentation, ensuring thorough legal support.
- Appeared in court proceedings and prepared related submissions, achieving successful litigation outcomes.
Candidate Attorney at Louw Genis and Rajoo Incorporated (2014-07 – 2015-12)
- Completed articles with comprehensive exposure to civil, labour, and commercial litigation.
- Drafted summonses, pleadings, legal opinions, and correspondence for active matters, ensuring accuracy.
- Managed a litigation portfolio, including Standard Bank Fleet and Car Scheme matters, with consistent weekly reporting.
- Conducted legal research, prepared case documentation, and supported attorneys in dispute resolution processes.
- Maintained client and court records, ensuring accurate filing, scheduling, and procedural compliance.
- Appeared in preliminary proceedings and assisted with case preparation for hearings and negotiations, enhancing legal readiness.
