Senior Associate, Remote Corporate & Commercial Law
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Associate in Commercial Law for a remote-first role with a prestigious Randburg-based client. You will manage diverse corporate and commercial matters, advise clients, and mentor junior associates in a dynamic, high-caliber environment.
The role emphasizes handling complex transactions, providing strategic legal guidance, and contributing to client relationships while supporting business development and knowledge sharing in a flexible remote
Qualifications
- Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with PQE in corporate/commercial law.
- Experience handling significant commercial transactions and strategic advice.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Responsibilities
- Manage corporate and commercial transactions including mergers, acquisitions, JVs, and restructurings.
- Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements and financing documents.
- Provide strategic legal advice on governance, compliance, and disputes.
- Conduct thorough due diligence and risk assessments for transactions.
- Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders.
- Mentor and supervise junior lawyers and candidate attorneys.
- Stay updated on commercial law developments and industry trends.
- Contribute to business development and knowledge management.
- Manage client relationships and ensure high-quality services.
Skills
Education
Job description
Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Associate in Commercial Law for a remote-first role with a prestigious Randburg-based client. You will manage diverse corporate and commercial matters, advise clients, and mentor junior associates in a dynamic, high-caliber environment.
The role emphasizes handling complex transactions, providing strategic legal guidance, and contributing to client relationships while supporting business development and knowledge sharing in a flexible remote
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