Commercial Lawyer

Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Oil and Gas EPCM firm is seeking a skilled Lawyer with expertise in labor, employment, and commercial law to provide strategic support across diverse operations. The role involves offering specialized legal advice, managing disputes, and ensuring compliance with regulations. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law and a minimum of 5-8 years of experience in the sector are required. The firm offers a competitive remuneration package along with expatriation benefits, including relocation and medical insurance.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Opportunity for professional growth

Expatriation benefits (Relocation, Visa's, Allowances, Medical Insurance)

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years of proven legal experience, preferably in the Oil and Gas or EPCM industries.
• Strong knowledge of labor, employment, and commercial laws in the Middle East.
• Hands-on experience in dispute resolution, arbitration, and legal documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized legal advice on labor, employment, and commercial law matters.
• Effectively manage legal disputes, including negotiations, settlements, and arbitration.
• Draft, review, and submit legal documents related to labor, employment, and commercial cases.
• Advise clients and company leadership on compliance with local and international labor and commercial legislation.
• Stay updated on legal trends and emerging laws in labor, employment, and commercial sectors.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Strong negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Proactive problem-solving approach

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LLB / LLM)

Job description

Please note that this position is based in The Middle East, relocation, accommodation and additional benefits apply.

Company Overview

Our client is a leading Oil and Gas EPCM firm renowned for delivering high-quality engineering and management solutions across the Middle East. They are seeking a skilled Lawyer with expertise in labor, employment, and commercial law to join their legal team and provide strategic support across diverse operations.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Consultation

• Provide specialized legal advice on labor, employment, and commercial law matters.
• Assist internal and external stakeholders in understanding and adhering to applicable laws and regulations.

Dispute Resolution

• Effectively manage legal disputes, including negotiations, settlements, and arbitration.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings to safeguard its interests.

Legal Documentation

• Draft, review, and submit legal documents related to labor, employment, and commercial cases.
• Ensure the accuracy and compliance of legal documentation with current laws and regulations.

Compliance Advisory

• Advise clients and company leadership on compliance with local and international labor and commercial legislation.
• Monitor changes in the legal landscape and provide actionable insights to mitigate risks.

Continuous Learning and Development

• Stay updated on legal trends and emerging laws in labor, employment, and commercial sectors.
• Analyze the potential impact of legal developments on the company and its clients.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education : Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LLB / LLM) from a recognized institution.
• Experience : Minimum 5-8 years of proven legal experience, preferably in the Oil and Gas or EPCM industries.

Expertise

• Strong knowledge of labor, employment, and commercial laws in the Middle East.
• Hands‑on experience in dispute resolution, arbitration, and legal documentation.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Arabic proficiency is an advantage).
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills with a proactive problem‑solving approach.

Key Attributes

• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A collaborative team player who can also work independently.
• Adaptability and a strong sense of professional ethics.

What's On Offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Opportunity to work with a market leader in the Oil and Gas industry.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment with avenues for professional growth.
• Expatriation Benefits Apply (Relocation, VISA's, Allowances, Medical Insurance)

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