Senior Corporate Counsel | Hybrid SA Law & Governance

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Generous leave provisions

Performance bonuses

Wellness programs

Professional development

Hybrid role

Job summary

Placements24's client, a leading diversified conglomerate in Welkom, Free State, seeks a Legal Advisor specializing in corporate law. You will provide strategic counsel to the executive management and board, ensure compliance, and mitigate risks across the group’s activities.

The role concentrates on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and commercial contracts. You will draft and negotiate complex agreements, advise on King IV and Companies Act compliance, and liaise with external

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with at least 6 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong drafting and negotiation of complex commercial contracts.
• Deep understanding of South African company law and governance.
• Experience advising on mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on corporate law matters including M&A and restructurings.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements with favorable terms.
• Advise on governance practices and compliance with the Companies Act and King IV.
• Oversee regulatory compliance across business units.
• Liaise with external counsel and support the company secretary and board meetings.

Skills

Admitted Attorney

Corporate & Commercial Law

Mergers & Acquisitions

Contract Negotiation

Governance & Compliance

Job description

Placements24's client, a leading diversified conglomerate in Welkom, Free State, seeks a Legal Advisor specializing in corporate law. You will provide strategic counsel to the executive management and board, ensure compliance, and mitigate risks across the group’s activities.

The role concentrates on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and commercial contracts. You will draft and negotiate complex agreements, advise on King IV and Companies Act compliance, and liaise with external