Commercial Legal Advisor - Contracts & Compliance

Placements24

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Medical and retirement benefits
Career development
Collaborative environment
Cape Town location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Commercial Legal Advisor to join its established legal department in Cape Town. The role focuses on supporting commercial operations by reviewing and negotiating contracts, advising on regulatory matters, and mitigating legal risks affecting business activities.

The successful candidate will partner with multiple business units, provide practical business-oriented legal guidance, and stay current with changes in relevant legislation in the Western Cape to

Qualifications

  • Admitted attorney with 5+ years in commercial law.
  • Strong contract drafting and negotiation experience.
  • Solid knowledge of IP and data privacy regulations.
  • Experience advising on regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

  • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements including service and supply contracts.
  • Provide legal advice on commercial law, consumer protection, and regulatory compliance.
  • Conduct due diligence for commercial transactions and assess risk.
  • Assist business development with legal aspects of new ventures and market expansion.
  • Manage commercial disputes and coordinate with external counsel.
  • Monitor legislative changes and advise on implications for the business.

Skills

Contract law
Negotiation
Legal advisory
Data privacy
IP knowledge

Education

Admitted attorney

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Commercial Legal Advisor to join its established legal department in Cape Town. The role focuses on supporting commercial operations by reviewing and negotiating contracts, advising on regulatory matters, and mitigating legal risks affecting business activities.

The successful candidate will partner with multiple business units, provide practical business-oriented legal guidance, and stay current with changes in relevant legislation in the Western Cape to

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