Commercial Real Estate Lawyer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Performance bonus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Commercial Real Estate Lawyer to join its Mossel Bay team. You will manage complex property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, leases, and development agreements, with a strong commercial mindset.

The role requires an Admitted SA Attorney with at least six years of specialized experience, deep knowledge of South African property law, and excellent drafting and negotiation abilities to support strategic property ventures.

Qualifications

• Requires SA Attorney admission and 6+ years in commercial real estate law.
• Strong drafting skills for property agreements and development contracts.
• Proven ability to negotiate complex property transactions and manage multiple matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial property agreements (sale, lease, development).
• Conduct due diligence: title searches, zoning reviews, environmental assessments.
• Advise on property financing, land use, and zoning regulations.
• Manage legal aspects of property development projects end-to-end.
• Liaise with external counsel, conveyancers, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with property laws and regulations.
• Provide support on landlord-tenant matters and disputes.
• Assist in structuring property investments and joint ventures.

Skills

Drafting & negotiation

Legal research

Communication

Project management

Client liaison

Education

Admitted SA Attorney

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished commercial property development firm, is actively seeking a highly competent Commercial Real Estate Lawyer to bolster their legal team in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This position is critical for managing the legal intricacies of property acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and development projects. The ideal candidate will possess a profound understanding of property law, exceptional drafting skills, and a commercial mindset to support the company’s strategic property ventures. Join a leading organization and play a key role in shaping its property portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial property agreements, including sale agreements, lease agreements (retail, commercial, industrial), and development agreements.
• Conduct legal due diligence on property transactions, including title searches, zoning reviews, and environmental assessments.
• Advise on property financing, land use, and zoning regulations.
• Manage the legal aspects of property development projects from inception to completion.
• Liaise with external counsel, conveyancers, and other stakeholders involved in property transactions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant property laws and regulations.
• Provide legal support on landlord-tenant matters and property disputes.
• Assist in the structuring of property investments and joint ventures.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 6 years of specialized experience in commercial real estate law.
• In-depth knowledge of South African property law, including the Sectional Titles Act and the Deeds Registries Act.
• Demonstrated experience in negotiating and concluding complex property transactions.
• Excellent drafting skills for property-related legal documents.
• Strong understanding of property development processes and challenges.
• Proficiency in conducting legal due diligence and risk assessment for property deals.
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet strict deadlines.
• A strong network within the property and legal fraternity in the Mossel Bay, Western Cape region would be an advantage.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, a performance-related bonus structure, comprehensive medical aid, and retirement fund contributions. You will be part of a collaborative and professional environment, with opportunities for professional development and contributing to significant real estate projects in the beautiful coastal region of Mossel Bay, Western Cape .