Associate Commercial Counsel

Mimecast; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is looking for an Associate Commercial Counsel in Johannesburg. This role involves negotiating commercial contracts and providing in-house legal support globally. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience. The position offers a dynamic environment and flexible hybrid working conditions.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Formal learning opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Experience working within the technology space, preferably SaaS.
• Experience with Data Protection Law and/or IP Law is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Review, negotiate, and advise upon commercial contracts.
• Assist with legal due diligence and other ad hoc corporate matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.

Skills

Strong legal drafting and contract negotiation skills

Clear communication with stakeholders

Sound analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Effective prioritization

Education

Qualified Lawyer with current practicing rights in South Africa

Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience

Job description

Associate Commercial Lawyer (Fixed Term)

The Mimecast Business Legal team is looking for an Associate Commercial Counsel for a fixed period to join our dynamic and fast-paced global legal team. This exciting role focuses on customer, vendor, and partner deal negotiations, with a mixed workload providing in-house legal support globally.

As a key member of the legal team supporting all Mimecast regions, you'll need strong analytical skills, the ability to assess and mitigate contractual risk, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work to a high standard within tight deadlines. It's an energetic, solution-driven environment, and you'll be required to negotiate contracts with customers from many different industry sectors. You'll work alongside and advise key stakeholders and business partners across the company, including sales, marketing, finance, engineering, and customer operations.

What You'll Do :

• Review, negotiate, and advise upon commercial contracts including :

Non-Disclosure Agreements

Services Agreements (as Vendor and as Customer)

Data Processing Agreements (POPIA, GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA)

Channel Partner Agreements (including distribution)

Technology Alliance Agreements

Software License Agreements

Assist with responses to Requests for Information / Requests for Proposals relating to both public and private sector entities

Draft contractual provisions and standard terms

Advise on antitrust and competition law requirements

Review and update contractual templates and maintain version control

Assist with contractual policy and process development

Format, proof, and finalize contractual documentation and manage signature processes

Conduct legal research and analysis

Support legal operations initiatives and represent the legal team in cross-functional project meetings

Assist with legal due diligence and other ad hoc corporate matters

What You'll Bring :

• Strong legal drafting and contract negotiation skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Sound analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously with initiative and confidence, and as part of a team
• Commercial acumen and ability to recognize and balance risk
• Effective prioritization and adaptability to changing priorities
• A proactive attitude and flexible approach

Qualifications :

• Qualified Lawyer with current practicing rights in the following locations :

United Kingdom

Republic of South Africa

Massachusetts, USA

New York, USA

Delaware, USA

California, USA

A minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience working within the technology (preferably SaaS) space, negotiating, drafting, and advising on commercial contracts

Experience with Data Protection Law and/or IP Law is an advantage

What We Bring :

Join our Business Legal team to accelerate your career, working with cutting-edge technologies and contributing to impactful projects. We offer a dynamic environment that recognizes and celebrates your achievements, with formal and on-the-job learning opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and cross-functional teamwork to build your knowledge.

Our Hybrid Model : We provide flexibility to live balanced, healthy lives through our hybrid working model, which combines collaborative teamwork and individual flexibility. Employees are expected to come to the office at least two days per week because working together in person fosters collaboration, communication, innovation, and interpersonal relationships.

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Required Experience :

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : 3+ years

Vacancy : 1