Legal Advisor

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Paid time off

Development opportunities

Modern facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Legal Advisor to join its legal department in a hybrid role, blending remote and in-office work. You will advise on contracts, compliance, and risk management while supporting business units with day-to-day legal matters.

The role emphasizes contract drafting, review, and negotiation, legal research, and maintaining records. You will help ensure regulatory compliance and support litigation processes in a collaborative, supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Legal Practitioner with minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of contract law and commercial legal principles.
• Experience in legal research and drafting documents.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various legal agreements and contracts.
• Provide legal advice and support to business units on day-to-day operational matters.
• Assist in ensuring company-wide compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
• Conduct legal research on specific issues and prepare concise legal opinions.
• Support the management of litigation and dispute resolution processes.
• Maintain and update legal records and documentation systems.

Skills

Contract drafting

Legal research

Contract negotiation

Attention to detail

Compliance knowledge

Education

Qualified Legal Practitioner (Attorney/Advocate)

Tools

Legal research databases

MS Word

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and proactive Legal Advisor to join their esteemed legal department. This position involves a hybrid work model, allowing for a blend of remote and in-office work in George . You will be responsible for providing essential legal support, managing a diverse caseload of legal matters, and ensuring the company operates within the bounds of the law. This role is perfect for a legal professional looking to make a significant impact within a supportive and collaborative team, contributing to the company's strategic objectives while enjoying a flexible working arrangement. You will be instrumental in advising on contracts, compliance, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various legal agreements and contracts.
• Provide legal advice and support to business units on day-to-day operational matters.
• Assist in ensuring company-wide compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
• Conduct legal research on specific issues and prepare concise legal opinions.
• Support the management of litigation and dispute resolution processes.
• Maintain and update legal records and documentation systems.

Requirements

• Qualified Legal Practitioner (e.g., Attorney or Advocate) with a minimum of 4 years' relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of South African contract law and commercial legal principles.
• Experience in legal research and drafting legal documents.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and standard office software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Generous paid time off and leave benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Access to modern office facilities and collaborative work environment.