Senior Corporate Lawyer

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 129,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Corporate Lawyer to join the legal department of a leading financial services institution in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will oversee corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and high-stakes transactions, providing strategic advice to senior management.

The role demands proven leadership, a track record in complex finance deals, and a strong focus on risk management.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with a minimum of 10 years post-qualification experience.
• Significant experience in corporate law, with a specialization in financial services regulation and transactions.
• Proven track record of advising on complex financial deals and regulatory matters.
• Strong leadership, management, and mentoring skills.
• Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Residency or willingness to relocate to Kimberley, Northern Cape.
• Experience in the Northern Cape's business and legal landscape is highly valued.
• Postgraduate degree in Law or a related field is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and financial services law.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of complex commercial agreements and financial instruments.
• Oversee and manage litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution matters.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant legislation, regulations, and internal policies.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on new legal developments impacting the financial sector.
• Advise on mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate restructuring activities.
• Develop and implement legal policies and training programs for relevant departments.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel and regulatory bodies.
• Support the board of directors and executive management on legal and compliance matters.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Postgraduate degree in Law

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading financial services institution, is seeking a highly experienced and accomplished Senior Corporate Lawyer to join their esteemed legal department in Kimberley, Northern Cape. This role requires a seasoned legal professional with a comprehensive understanding of corporate law, financial regulations, and commercial transactions. You will be responsible for providing expert legal advice to senior management, overseeing compliance, and managing complex legal matters within the financial services sector. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical skills, a proactive approach to risk management, and a proven ability to lead and mentor junior legal staff. This is a significant opportunity to shape the legal strategy of a major financial player in Northern Cape, contributing to its continued growth and integrity. We are looking for a strategic thinker with a strong ethical foundation and a commitment to excellence in the practice of law in Kimberley.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and financial services law.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of complex commercial agreements and financial instruments.
• Oversee and manage litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution matters.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant legislation, regulations, and internal policies.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on new legal developments impacting the financial sector.
• Advise on mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate restructuring activities.
• Develop and implement legal policies and training programs for relevant departments.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel and regulatory bodies.
• Support the board of directors and executive management on legal and compliance matters.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with a minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience.
• Significant experience in corporate law, with a specialization in financial services regulation and transactions.
• Proven track record of advising on complex financial deals and regulatory matters.
• Strong leadership, management, and mentoring skills.
• Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Residency or willingness to relocate to Kimberley, Northern Cape.
• Experience in the Northern Cape's business and legal landscape is highly valued.
• Postgraduate degree in Law or a related field is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with substantial bonus potential.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund benefits.
• Generous professional development allowance and opportunities for advanced certifications.
• Key role in a leading financial institution's legal department.
• Collaborative and professional work environment in Kimberley.
• Opportunity to contribute significantly to the company's strategic direction.
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Work within a dynamic and evolving sector in the Northern Cape.