Remote Senior Commercial Counsel - Global Deals & Strategy

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Performance bonus

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Commercial Lawyer to lead cross-border transactions and complex contracts from a fully remote US-based role. You will shepherd high-value deals, provide pragmatic legal advice to senior executives, and shape corporate strategy across multiple jurisdictions while operating autonomously from a home office.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in corporate and commercial law, international exposure, and a proven ability to navigate regulatory frameworks.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with international admission.
• 10+ years in corporate and commercial law with international focus.
• Proven ability to manage high-stakes deals remotely.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiation and drafting of complex, high-value commercial agreements such as JV, acquisitions, and distribution deals.
• Provide expert counsel on governance, regulatory compliance, and risk across jurisdictions.
• Advise senior management on strategic legal matters including international expansion and M&A.
• Oversee and manage litigation and dispute resolution matters.
• Develop and implement robust legal policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with external counsel and government agencies as needed.

Skills

Cross-border transactions

Contract negotiations

Regulatory compliance

Advising executives

Remote work autonomy

Education

Juris Doctor / LLB or equivalent

Admitted Attorney (South Africa) or equivalent

Tools

Legal research platforms

Remote collaboration tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Commercial Lawyer to lead cross-border transactions and complex contracts from a fully remote US-based role. You will shepherd high-value deals, provide pragmatic legal advice to senior executives, and shape corporate strategy across multiple jurisdictions while operating autonomously from a home office.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in corporate and commercial law, international exposure, and a proven ability to navigate regulatory frameworks.