Corporate Legal Officer

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical aid

Pension fund benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom is seeking a Corporate Legal Officer to join our team in a hybrid role, combining remote work with essential in-office sessions for key meetings. You will ensure adherence to corporate governance standards, manage legal documentation, and provide crucial legal advice to support business operations.

The ideal candidate has a qualified attorney credential with at least six years of experience and strong expertise in South African corporate and commercial law.

Qualifications

• Qualified Attorney or equivalent legal qualification with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Strong expertise in South African corporate and commercial law.
• Experience with hybrid work models, demonstrating adaptability and effective remote collaboration.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage complex legal projects.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal opinions.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee corporate secretarial functions, including the preparation and filing of statutory documents.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements and contracts.
• Provide legal advice on corporate law, compliance, and risk management issues.
• Manage legal aspects of corporate transactions, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements in South Africa.
• Maintain company registers and corporate records, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Skills

South African corporate law

Commercial law

Legal research

Drafting opinions

Education

Qualified Attorney or equivalent legal qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and diligent Corporate Legal Officer to join their team in Welkom. This hybrid position offers the advantage of flexible work arrangements, combining remote work with essential in-office presence for collaborative sessions and key meetings. You will be responsible for ensuring the company’s adherence to corporate governance standards, managing legal documentation, and providing crucial legal advice to support business operations. The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of corporate law, and the ability to manage multiple legal tasks efficiently. This role is vital for maintaining the company's legal integrity and compliance framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee corporate secretarial functions, including the preparation and filing of statutory documents.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements and contracts.
• Provide legal advice on corporate law, compliance, and risk management issues.
• Manage legal aspects of corporate transactions, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements in South Africa.
• Maintain company registers and corporate records, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Requirements

• Qualified Attorney or equivalent legal qualification with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Strong expertise in South African corporate and commercial law.
• Experience with hybrid work models, demonstrating adaptability and effective remote collaboration.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage complex legal projects.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal opinions.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular performance reviews.
• Hybrid work arrangement promoting work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced legal training and career progression.
• A dynamic and professional working environment.