Corporate Attorney

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Professional development

Dynamic team

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced Corporate Attorney to join its legal team. You will provide comprehensive support for transactional work, corporate governance, and general commercial matters, advising multiple departments and external counsel as needed.

The role is on-site and collaborative, with a focus on risk management and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate is admitted to the High Court with at least five years in corporate law, excellent drafting and

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court with 5+ years in corporate law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Strong understanding of South African company law and governance.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate corporate and commercial agreements (service contracts, partnerships, NDAs).
• Provide legal advice on governance, shareholder matters, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in managing corporate filings and maintaining corporate records.
• Conduct legal research on evolving business laws and regulations.
• Support the legal department in managing litigation and dispute resolution.
• Facilitate due diligence and closing procedures for business transactions.

Skills

Corporate law

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Legal research

Regulatory compliance

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Corporate Attorney to join their legal team in Stellenbosch . This role is integral to providing comprehensive legal support for the company's business operations, focusing on transactional work, corporate governance, and general commercial matters. You will advise various departments on legal issues, ensuring compliance and mitigating risk. The ideal candidate possesses strong drafting skills, a meticulous approach to contract review, and a collaborative spirit, working closely with management and external counsel to achieve business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of corporate and commercial agreements, including service contracts, partnership agreements, and NDAs.
• Provide legal advice on corporate governance, shareholder matters, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in managing corporate filings and maintaining corporate records.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on evolving business laws and regulations.
• Support the legal department in managing litigation and dispute resolution processes.
• Facilitate the legal aspects of business transactions, including due diligence and closing procedures.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court with a minimum of 5 years of practice in corporate law or a related field.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Solid understanding of South African company law and corporate governance principles.
• Strong analytical reasoning and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• Access to professional development programs and legal training.
• A collegial and dynamic work environment in the heart of Stellenbosch .