Senior Commercial Lawyer

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Commercial Lawyer to join its legal team in Welkom, Free State. The role focuses on drafting, negotiating and managing complex commercial contracts, regulatory matters and corporate transactions within the financial services sector.

The ideal candidate is admitted as an attorney in South Africa, with 6+ years of post-admission experience in commercial law, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and a solid understanding of SA contract and company law.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• 6+ years' post-admission experience in commercial law.
• Experience in financial services sector is advantageous.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of South African contract and company law.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts including service, partnership, licensing and supply agreements.
• Provide legal advice on governance, compliance, and risk management in financial services.
• Assist with corporate transactions including mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures.
• Conduct legal research and analyze regulatory developments affecting the industry.
• Advise on consumer protection laws and data privacy (POPIA) and related frameworks.
• Support business development initiatives and new product launches.
• Liaise with external counsel and regulatory authorities as required.
• Assist with contract management and record-keeping.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Regulatory analysis

Legal research

Stakeholder management

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Job description

About the Role

A dynamic and growing financial services group is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Lawyer to join their legal team. This position, based in Welkom, Free State , will focus on providing expert legal advice and support on a wide range of commercial agreements, corporate transactions, and regulatory matters. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of financial services law and a proven ability to draft, negotiate, and manage complex commercial contracts. You will work closely with various business units, offering strategic legal counsel to support the company's growth and operational objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer to play a key role in a fast-paced industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including service agreements, partnership agreements, licensing agreements, and supply contracts.
• Provide legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and risk management within the financial services sector.
• Assist with corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on relevant legislation and regulatory developments affecting the financial services industry.
• Advise on consumer protection laws, data privacy regulations (POPIA), and other relevant compliance frameworks.
• Manage legal aspects of business development initiatives and new product launches.
• Liaise with external legal counsel and regulatory authorities as required.
• Support the legal team in ensuring efficient contract management and record-keeping.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• A minimum of 6 years' post-admission experience in commercial law, with a strong focus on contract drafting and negotiation.
• Experience within the financial services sector (banking, insurance, investment) is highly advantageous.
• In-depth knowledge of South African contract law, company law, and relevant financial services regulations.
• Proven ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical, commercially sound advice.
• Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal stakeholders and external parties.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a demanding environment.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits, and opportunities for professional development.
• This role offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute from anywhere while being an integral part of the team supporting operations in Welkom, Free State . The company culture emphasizes collaboration and continuous learning, providing a supportive environment for career growth.