Legal Advisor - Mergers & Acquisitions (Junior to Mid-Level)

Placements24; United States; Híbrido; USD 55 000 - 79 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical aid and retirement fund

Career progression

Hybrid work arrangement

Exposure to a wide range of investment

Professional development opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Legal Advisor focused on Mergers & Acquisitions for a hybrid role based in East London, SA. The successful candidate will support the M&A team in due diligence, drafting and negotiating transaction documents, and guiding post-acquisition integration to maximize strategic value.

The role requires SA-qualified legal expertise with 3–5 years post-qualification experience in corporate law and M&A.

Qualificações

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with 3–5 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in corporate law with demonstrated interest or experience in M&A transactions.
• Strong understanding of contract law and corporate governance principles.
• Excellent analytical, research, and drafting skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in conducting legal due diligence for potential acquisitions and investments.
• Review and draft transaction documents, including term sheets, letters of intent, and share purchase agreements.
• Support negotiation teams in securing favorable deal terms.
• Help manage the closing process and post-acquisition integration activities.
• Conduct legal research on specific M&A-related legal and regulatory issues.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external counsel on transaction matters.
• Ensure compliance with corporate law and securities regulations throughout transaction lifecycles.
• Assist in the preparation of board resolutions and corporate approvals for transactions.
• Maintain organized transaction files and documentation.

Conhecimentos

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Formação académica

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Legal research tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role Our client, a diversified investment holding company with a strong portfolio of businesses across various sectors, is seeking a talented and ambitious Legal Advisor with a focus on Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). This role, based in our client's East London, Eastern Cape offices, offers a Hybrid working model. The successful candidate will support the M&A team in executing strategic transactions, including due diligence, contract negotiation, and post-acquisition integration. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking to deepen their expertise in corporate transactions within a dynamic investment environment. You will work closely with experienced deal teams, gaining valuable exposure to complex financial and legal structuring. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills and a keen interest in corporate finance and deal-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting legal due diligence for potential acquisitions and investments.
• Review and draft transaction documents, including term sheets, letters of intent, and share purchase agreements.
• Support negotiation teams in securing favorable deal terms.
• Help manage the closing process and post-acquisition integration activities.
• Conduct legal research on specific M&A-related legal and regulatory issues.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external counsel on transaction matters.
• Ensure compliance with corporate law and securities regulations throughout transaction lifecycles.
• Assist in the preparation of board resolutions and corporate approvals for transactions.
• Maintain organized transaction files and documentation.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in corporate law, with a demonstrated interest or experience in M&A transactions.
• Strong understanding of contract law and corporate governance principles.
• Excellent analytical, research, and drafting skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Proactive attitude and a strong desire to learn and grow in M&A law.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools.
• Experience with cross-border transactions is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience level.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and career progression in M&A.
• Exposure to a wide range of investment and acquisition activities.
• Hybrid work arrangement supporting work-life balance, based in East London .