Corporate Attorney

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary and bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic work environment in Rustenburg

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Corporate Attorney to join our client's legal department in Rustenburg, North West. The role focuses on corporate governance, M&A, and regulatory compliance, advising the board and supporting transactional activities in a major industrial conglomerate.

The ideal candidate has an LLM in Corporate Law, admission as an Attorney in SA, and at least seven years of experience handling M&A and corporate finance.

Qualifikationen

• Qualified corporate attorney with strong governance, M&A, and regulatory expertise.
• Proven drafting and negotiation skills across corporate agreements.
• Experience advising boards and handling due diligence for transactions.
• Strong understanding of South African corporate law and regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to manage complex projects and work under pressure.

Aufgaben

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel on corporate law, securities law, and compliance matters.
• Manage and execute mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of corporate agreements and contracts.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance principles and statutory requirements.
• Advise on intellectual property protection and licensing agreements.
• Conduct due diligence investigations for potential transactions.
• Liaise with external legal counsel and regulatory bodies.
• Develop and implement corporate policies and procedures.
• Support the legal aspects of capital raising activities.

Kenntnisse

Corporate law

M&A experience

Negotiation

Drafting

Regulatory compliance

Ausbildung

Master of Laws (LLM) in Corporate Law

Admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a leading industrial conglomerate, is seeking an accomplished Corporate Attorney to join their esteemed legal department in Rustenburg, North West . This critical role requires a seasoned professional adept at navigating the complexities of corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will play a key role in advising the board of directors, supporting transactional activities, and ensuring the company operates within the bounds of all relevant legislation. This is a unique chance to contribute significantly to the legal framework of a major player in the Rustenburg business landscape. We are looking for an individual with a strong commercial acumen and a proactive approach to legal risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel on corporate law, securities law, and compliance matters.
• Manage and execute mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of corporate agreements and contracts.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance principles and statutory requirements.
• Advise on intellectual property protection and licensing agreements.
• Conduct due diligence investigations for potential transactions.
• Liaise with external legal counsel and regulatory bodies.
• Develop and implement corporate policies and procedures.
• Support the legal aspects of capital raising activities.

Requirements

• A Master of Laws (LLM) degree or equivalent in Corporate Law.
• Admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in corporate law, preferably within a large corporate environment or top-tier law firm.
• Extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and corporate finance.
• Strong understanding of South African corporate legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and work under pressure.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Professional development opportunities and support for further qualifications.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment in Rustenburg .
• Access to a strong network of legal and business professionals.