General Commercial Counsel

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Diverse legal exposure

Professional development

Growth company in Kimberley

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a General Commercial Counsel to join our client’s legal team in Kimberley. The role covers broad commercial support, drafting and negotiating a wide array of contracts, and managing legal risks in day-to-day operations.

A hybrid model allows remote flexibility with in-office collaboration. The ideal candidate is an admitted attorney with 5+ years’ experience in commercial law, skilled in contract drafting, corporate law, and compliance, and capable of working across

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with 5+ years in commercial law.
• Strong drafting and negotiation experience on commercial contracts.
• Broad understanding of corporate law and compliance.
• Hybrid work capability and ability to work from Kimberley offices.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements (supply, service, distribution, partnerships).
• Provide day-to-day commercial legal advice across the business.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws across diverse activities.
• Manage legal risks in contracts and transactions.
• Assist with corporate governance and compliance documentation.
• Support disputes and litigation matters as needed.
• Conduct legal research and liaise with external counsel.
• Contribute to the development of legal policies and procedures.

Skills

Commercial law

Education

Law degree (LLB)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a diversified industrial group with operations spanning various sectors, is looking for a General Commercial Counsel to join their legal team in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA. This role requires a versatile legal professional who can provide broad commercial legal support across the business. You will be involved in drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts, advising on general corporate matters, and managing legal risks associated with day-to-day operations. The position adopts a hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between remote flexibility and in-office collaboration at our Kimberley headquarters. You will work closely with various departments, including sales, procurement, operations, and management, to ensure legal compliance and support business objectives. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to diverse legal issues within a dynamic industrial environment. The team is committed to supporting professional growth and offering a stimulating work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including supply agreements, service agreements, distribution agreements, and partnership agreements.
• Provide legal advice on day-to-day commercial matters and business operations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations applicable to the company's diverse business interests.
• Manage legal risks associated with contracts and business transactions.
• Assist with corporate governance matters and compliance documentation.
• Support the legal department in dispute resolution and litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research on various commercial law issues.
• Liaise with external counsel when necessary.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of legal policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience in commercial law.
• Strong experience in drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Broad understanding of general corporate law and compliance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, demonstrating strong self-management skills.
• Must be able to work from our client's offices in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA on designated days.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive approach to identifying and mitigating legal risks.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Exposure to a wide range of commercial legal issues across different industries.
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning.
• Be part of a dynamic and growing industrial group in Kimberley.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on business operations.