Senior Legal Advisor

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Legal Advisor for its logistics client in East London. This hybrid role blends in-office collaboration with remote work to support commercial, regulatory, employment law and dispute resolution matters relevant to logistics and transportation.

The position requires a SA-admitted attorney with 7+ years of post-qualification experience in commercial and contract law, ideally involving logistics or supply chain issues; strong analytical and communication skills are

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent with SA admission as attorney/advocate.
• 7+ years post-qualification experience in commercial law and contracts.
• Logistics or supply chain law experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder influence skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level legal advice on commercial contracts, logistics agreements, and SLAs.
• Review and negotiate complex contracts with clients, suppliers, and partners.
• Ensure compliance with transportation laws, customs regulations, and industry legislation.
• Advise on employment law matters and assist in resolving workplace disputes.
• Manage and oversee litigation and other dispute resolution processes.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on evolving requirements and industry best practices.
• Support corporate governance functions and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Develop and implement legal policies and risk management strategies.

Skills

Commercial Law

Contract Negotiation

Employment Law

Dispute Resolution

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Thinking

Legal Research

Education

LLB or equivalent

Admission as SA attorney/advocate

Tools

Legal Research Tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the logistics and supply chain industry, is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Advisor for their operations in East London. This hybrid role offers a structured approach, combining essential in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. You will be a key member of the legal team, responsible for providing expert counsel on a broad spectrum of legal matters, including commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, employment law, and dispute resolution relevant to logistics and transportation. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of commercial law within the South African context. You will work closely with management and operational teams to ensure legal risks are effectively managed and business objectives are met. We are committed to providing a professional and supportive environment that encourages growth and development within this vital sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level legal advice on commercial contracts, logistics agreements, and service level agreements.
• Review and negotiate complex contracts with clients, suppliers, and partners.
• Ensure compliance with transportation laws, customs regulations, and relevant industry legislation.
• Advise on employment law matters and assist in resolving workplace disputes.
• Manage and oversee litigation and other dispute resolution processes.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on evolving legal requirements and industry best practices.
• Support corporate governance functions and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Develop and implement legal policies and risk management strategies.

Requirements

• LLB degree or equivalent qualification, with admission as an attorney or advocate in South Africa.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-qualification legal experience, with substantial experience in commercial law, contract law, and ideally logistics or supply chain law.
• Proven expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Solid understanding of South African employment law and dispute resolution mechanisms.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Effective management of workload and priorities within a hybrid work setting.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and standard office software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• A hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance.
• Exposure to diverse legal challenges in the logistics sector.