Arthi Badal

I hold an LLB honours degree from the University of the Witwatersrand. I am an admitted attorney and have completed my FAIS regulatory examinations (RE1 and RE5).

I have extensive experience in financial services including investments, employee benefits, medical aid schemes, assistance business/funeral, long-term insurance and foreign payment execution.

I specialize in the drafting and vetting of contracts, regulatory compliance as well as governance and risk.

Kindly consider my application.

With a strong background as an admitted attorney and extensive experience as a legal advisor within the financial services industry, I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively to your team.

Professional Experience

Over the past 15+ years, I have demonstrated proficiency in drafting and vetting contracts, providing sound legal advice, and ensuring regulatory compliance across various sectors, including retirement funds, medical aid, insurance, and foreign payment execution.

In my recent role as a Legal Advisor at Discovery Invest & Employee Benefits, I provided comprehensive legal support, resolved complex complaints, and ensured compliance with the Pension Funds Act and other relevant legislation. My ability to address and resolve legal issues has been instrumental in achieving favourable outcomes for clients and maintaining regulatory compliance.

My experience at Afrocentric Health (Pty) Ltd and The Best Funeral Society (Pty) Ltd has allowed me to gain in-depth knowledge of the Medical Schemes Act, Long Term Insurance Act, and other pertinent regulations. I was actively involved in drafting and vetting contracts, conducting legal research, and managing regulatory audits. My expertise in regulatory compliance and risk management has proven invaluable in safeguarding company interests.

At Foremost Finance (Pty) Ltd, I specialized in foreign exchange, where I further developed my skills in regulatory compliance and legal documentation. My responsibilities included drafting employment contracts, reviewing agreements, and conducting risk assessments, which strengthened my analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

My educational background and professional training have equipped me with a solid foundation for a career in law. I hold an Honours Degree in LLB from the University of the Witwatersrand (2007), and I have completed several relevant courses and certifications, including:

• First Level Regulatory Examination: Representatives (RE-5) - 2011
• Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Overview for South Africa - 2011
• Admitted Attorney (North Gauteng High Court, Pretoria) - 2012
• First Level Regulatory Examination: Key Individuals (RE-1) - 2017
• PERLS (Programmed English Reading and Language Systems) - 2018
• Commercial Drafting - 2019

Skills and Expertise

• Drafting and Vetting Contracts: Extensive experience in drafting and vetting a wide range of contracts, including Service Level Agreements, Lease Agreements, Employment Contracts, and more.
• Regulatory Compliance: In-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as the Pension Funds Act, Long Term Insurance Act, Medical Schemes Act, and Financial Intelligence Centre Act.
• Legal Research and Opinions: Proficient in conducting legal research and providing well-supported legal opinions to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
• Complaint Resolution: Proven track record in resolving complex complaints with regulatory bodies such as the Pension Funds Adjudicator and Long-Term Insurance Ombudsman.
• Risk Management: Expertise in risk identification, analysis, and management to safeguard company interests.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills, effective negotiation, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• First Level Regulatory Examination: Representatives (RE-5) - 2011
• Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Overview for South Africa - 2011
• Admitted Attorney (North Gauteng High Court, Pretoria) - 2012
• First Level Regulatory Examination: Key Individuals (RE-1) - 2017
• PERLS (Programmed English Reading and Language Systems) - 2018
• Commercial Drafting - 2019