Associate Attorney

Justthejob.Co.Za; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment service is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney based in Sandton, Gauteng. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of post-admission experience, with a strong focus on Banking & Finance, Commercial Law and Mergers & Acquisitions. Responsibilities include managing legal matters, drafting agreements, and leading transactional engagements. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive, negotiable compensation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-10 years post-admission experience in a reputable law firm or in-house legal environment.
• Proven litigation experience with strong courtroom skills.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain multiple legal matters and files.
• Represent the company in litigation and arbitration.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Strong courtroom skills

Excellent drafting and negotiation skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail

Professional integrity and discretion

Education

LLB Degree (Master's in Commercial Law advantageous)

Admitted attorney in South Africa

Job description

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Associate Attorney — Sandton, Gauteng

Salary: R600000 - R1200000 | Mosima Attorneys

Posted today

Job Description

A vacancy has emerged in the Litigation Department for an associate based in the Sandton office.

Key Responsibilities

• A good understanding of the Magistrate's Court, Regional Court and the High Court civil process;
• Excellent drafting of legal opinions, pleadings and documents required for civil litigation;
• Experience in Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law and Dispute Resolution.

Qualifications and experience required

• LLB degree or equivalent experience;
• Must be an admitted attorney;
• Post-graduate qualification advantageous;
• 1-2 years post articles relevant experience.

Senior Associate Attorney

Sandton, Gauteng Maine Fractals (Pty) Ltd

Posted today

Job Description

This role is offered by a respected law firm based in Sandton, Johannesburg. Maine Fractals (Pty) Ltd is managing recruitment on their behalf.

Our award-winning law firm client in Sandton is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney with deep transactional expertise across Banking & Finance, Corporate & Commercial Law, and Mergers & Acquisitions.

Role Purpose: The Senior Associate Attorney will provide expert legal advice and transactional leadership on complex matters. This includes overseeing high-level client engagements, drafting and negotiating critical legal instruments, leading due diligence teams, and contributing strategically to business development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Banking & Finance
• Draft and negotiate loan agreements, security documentation, and related finance instruments
• Ensure compliance with banking and financial regulations
• Handle cross-border financing deals and liaise with international counsel

Corporate & Commercial

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts including shareholders' agreements, service level agreements, JV agreements, and procurement contracts
• Advise on corporate structuring, governance, compliance, and regulatory issues
• Conduct legal due diligence and risk assessments
• Support company secretarial matters and corporate restructuring initiatives

Mergers & Acquisitions

• Lead and manage all phases of M&A transactions, including due diligence, term sheets, regulatory filings, and post-transaction integration
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents such as SPAs, MOUs, NDAs, and other corporate agreements
• Liaise with regulatory authorities for merger approvals and compliance
• Conduct legal risk analyses and present findings to clients and internal teams
• Strong technical legal drafting and negotiation skills
• In-depth knowledge of South African corporate, commercial, and financial law
• Ability to lead transactions independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent client relationship management and business development skills
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities
• Professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality

Qualifications

• LLB Degree (Master's in Commercial Law or related field is advantageous)
• Admitted attorney in South Africa
• Minimum of 8–10 years post-admission experience in a reputable law firm or in-house legal environment

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Client satisfaction and retention
• Number and value of transactions handled
• Quality and timeliness of legal work delivered
• Contribution to business development and thought leadership
• Mentoring and development of junior staff

Location and Application

Location: Sandton, Johannesburg

Compensation: Market-related and negotiable based on experience

Employment Type: Full-time, on-site

Application Instructions: Please include the job title "Senior Associate Attorney" in your application subject line. Only complete applications will be considered. Visit or send your CV and a short motivation to

Job Type: Full-time

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Posted today

Job Description

Purpose of the role: Are you a driven and detail-oriented attorney looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated Associate / Senior Associate Attorney to join our company's legal team. This role offers exposure to a wide range of legal matters and requires someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is willing to put in the hours to deliver excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain multiple legal matters, files, documents, and court schedules in an organized manner.
• Represent the company in litigation, arbitration, and other alternative dispute resolution (ADR) proceedings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, letters of intent, and legal correspondence (including letters of demand).
• Provide general legal support across various business areas (not limited to a single industry).
• Coordinate with external counsel and regulatory bodies where required.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks while supporting business operations.
• Admitted Attorney with minimum 5 years post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Proven litigation experience with strong courtroom skills.
• Solid understanding of arbitration and ADR mechanisms.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational ability to handle multiple matters simultaneously.
• Willingness to commit to long and demanding hours when necessary.
• Ability to draft contracts, letters of intent, letters of demand, etc.

What We're Looking For

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with a structured approach.
• Professional integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while being a collaborative team player.

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