Head of Legal
Excellerate JHI
South Africa
“For newer GCs entering the profession, the most significant change is our transition from being perceived as the “Department of No” to becoming solution-oriented partners. ”
Madeleine Truter is the Head of Legal at Excellerate JHI, a leading property management company based in South Africa. With over 25 years of experience, she is a seasoned legal professional who has witnessed and contributed to the evolution of the in-house legal function from a technical advisor to a strategic business partner. Madeleine is passionate about leveraging legal technology, implementing effective ESG strategies, and driving compliance in the property sector. She is particularly focused on practical solutions to emerging regulatory challenges and is an advocate for enhancing cross-industry collaboration to foster innovation and sustainability. As a member of the GC Connected Advisory Board, Madeleine is excited to contribute her insights to the growth of a global community that empowers in-house legal leaders.
Madeleine Truter, Head of Legal at Excellerate JHI, reframes ESG for legal teams as a business advantage, not a box to tick. Buildings account for...
“Sometimes ‘no’ is still the right answer, especially when presented with contracts written at 11pm the night before signing.”