Junior Corporate Lawyer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension fund

Mentorship

Broad exposure

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a Junior Corporate Lawyer to join the legal team and build a foundation in corporate law and commercial transactions. You will assist senior lawyers on a range of matters including company formations, commercial agreements, and regulatory compliance.

The role is hybrid, offering in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, and comes with mentorship from experienced professionals to support your development in corporate and commercial law.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney or candidate attorney nearing admission in corporate or commercial law.
• Solid understanding of company and contract law principles.
• Excellent research, analytical, and drafting skills.
• Hybrid work arrangement in Kimberley office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and reviewing of corporate documents and commercial agreements.
• Conduct legal research and provide summaries on corporate and commercial law topics.
• Support senior lawyers in managing corporate governance requirements and compliance matters.
• Help facilitate corporate transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.
• Liaise with clients and external stakeholders, maintaining professional communication.
• Manage and organize legal files and documentation.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Contract law knowledge

Attention to detail

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated Junior Corporate Lawyer to join their legal team in Kimberley . This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career legal professional looking to build a strong foundation in corporate law and commercial transactions. You will assist senior lawyers in advising clients on a range of corporate matters, including company formations, commercial agreements, and regulatory compliance. This hybrid role allows for both in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, providing valuable exposure within the Northern Cape business community. You will be an integral part of a supportive team, developing your skills and contributing to the success of our client's operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the drafting and reviewing of corporate documents and commercial agreements.
• Conduct legal research and provide summaries on corporate and commercial law topics.
• Support senior lawyers in managing corporate governance requirements and compliance matters.
• Help facilitate corporate transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.
• Liaise with clients and external stakeholders, maintaining professional communication.
• Manage and organize legal files and documentation.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney or candidate attorney nearing admission with a strong focus on corporate or commercial law.
• Solid understanding of South African company law and contract law principles.
• Excellent research, analytical, and drafting skills.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to learn and develop expertise.
• Ability to work effectively within a hybrid work arrangement in our Kimberley office.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with regular performance reviews.
• Contribution to medical aid and pension fund.
• Mentorship from experienced legal professionals.
• Broad exposure to various aspects of corporate and commercial law.
• A supportive team environment in Kimberley .