Pieter A.
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Arnold N. is a seasoned professional with a solid foundation in law, finance, and business development. He holds a B-Iuris and LLB from the University of South Africa and completed the Advanced Executive Programme at the UNISA Graduate Business School of Leadership, which is akin to an abbreviated MBL. Arnold is an enrolled advocate of the SA High Court, having begun his legal career at Gillette, van Zyl, Nell & Grobler Attorneys and Conveyancers before moving into roles at the National Department of Environmental Affairs & Tourism. His diverse expertise includes high-level legal consulting for international contracts, compliance with privacy laws, and business strategy development within various sectors. As the founder and CEO of ARK Enterprises Ltd, Arnold aims to position the company on the JSE's Alt-X Board, venturing into fields such as property brokering and wealth creation. He served in key legal advisory and business development roles at Trans Africa Group and Centurion based (Pty) Ltd, where he developed a franchise framework. Currently, he performs part-time consulting advising on global privacy data law compliance.
Experience
Group Legal Adviser & New Business Developer
Centurion based (Pty) Ltd · 2016 — 2017Oversaw legal guidance and strategy, while developing new business opportunities. Initiated the establishment of a comprehensive Franchising Framework.Provincial Manager & Group Legal Counsel: Western Cape
Trans Africa Group · 2014 — 2014Managed new business initiatives and provided legal counsel across the organization, responding to economic challenges by scaling down activities.Financial Advisor (Independently Contracted)
Old Mutual · 2011 — PresentExpertise focused on two hundred 'Maximum Investment' Local and Overseas Funds, and Short-term Commercial and Personal Insurance.Sole Operating Owner
Self Employed Businessman · 2000 — 2011Managed a solo practice after accepting a Voluntary Severance Package, co-authoring training materials and establishing a Commercial Brokerage.Departmental Legal Advisor at Parliament
National Department of Environmental Affairs & Tourism · 1986 — 2000Provided legal advice, drafted legislation, managed Ministerial Offices, and addressed parliamentary queries while leading functions in a multi-tasking environment.Indentured Candidate Attorney
Gillette, van Zyl, Nell & Grobler Attorneys and Conveyancers · 1981 — 1986Completed licensing requirements while receiving training in various legal practices.Corporal (Conscription), Guard Commander
Department of Defence · 1979 — 1981Served in a military capacity, leading guard duties.Legal Compliance Advisor
nullAssisted and advised on the negotiation and drafting of international business contracts, conducted legal compliance assessments, and engaged with global privacy data laws.Founder and CEO, Legal Counsel, Business Development Director, & Company Secretary
ARK Enterprises LtdLed the company operations aimed at diverse business areas including Mortgage, Lending, and Wealth Creation, while preparing for listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange's Alt-X Board.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Advanced Executive ProgrammeUNISA Graduate Business School of Leadership · 2000 — Present
- LLBUniversity of South Africa · 1999 — Present
- B-IurisUniversity of South Africa · 1985 — Present
- MatricVolkskool, Potchefstroom · 1978 — Present
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