Corporate Finance Lawyer

Placements24; Sandton; Presencial; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive base salary

Bonus potential

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous paid leave

Professional development

International exposure

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly accomplished Corporate Finance Lawyer to join its Sandton team. You will advise on mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, and restructurings, working with bankers, clients, and external counsel to achieve successful outcomes.

The role calls for deep securities and company law knowledge, excellent drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple complex transactions in a fast-paced environment. Relocation to Sandton is welcomed.

Formación

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 7 years post-admission experience focused on corporate finance, M&A or capital markets.
• Experience structuring and executing complex corporate transactions.
• In-depth knowledge of SA securities law, company law, and financial regulations.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in a top-tier law firm or in-house legal department is highly desirable.
• Based in or willing to relocate to the Sandton area.

Responsabilidades

• Advise on the legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Structure and document equity and debt capital markets transactions.
• Provide legal support for IPOs and other securities offerings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction agreements, including SPAs, underwriting and financing documents.
• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, Listings Requirements, and other regulations.
• Conduct legal due diligence for corporate finance transactions.
• Advise on corporate governance and compliance matters for listed and unlisted companies.
• Manage relationships with regulators, stock exchanges, and external advisors.
• Assist in resolving legal issues arising during transaction execution.
• Stay abreast of developments in corporate finance law and market trends.

Conocimientos

Admitted Attorney

7+ years post-admission experience

Corporate finance

M&A

Capital markets

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a premier investment bank, is seeking a highly accomplished Corporate Finance Lawyer to join their prestigious team in Sandton, Gauteng . This role involves providing expert legal counsel on a wide range of corporate finance transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, equity and debt financings, and corporate restructurings. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of financial markets, securities law, and corporate law. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-profile, complex transactions within a globally recognized financial institution, contributing to strategic growth initiatives in the heart of South Africa's financial district. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with exceptional analytical and negotiation skills. You will play a critical role in advising deal teams, managing legal aspects of transactions, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will thrive in a demanding, fast-paced environment and possess the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. You will be a key advisor, working closely with bankers, clients, and external counsel to achieve successful transaction outcomes. This role offers substantial career development and the chance to operate at the highest levels of corporate finance law in Sandton .

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on the legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Structure and document equity and debt capital markets transactions.
• Provide legal support for initial public offerings (IPOs) and other securities offerings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction agreements, including share purchase agreements, underwriting agreements, and financing documents.
• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, Listings Requirements, and other relevant securities regulations.
• Conduct legal due diligence for corporate finance transactions.
• Advise on corporate governance and compliance matters for listed and unlisted companies.
• Manage relationships with regulators, stock exchanges, and external legal advisors.
• Assist in resolving legal issues arising during transaction execution.
• Stay abreast of developments in corporate finance law and market trends.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-admission experience, with a significant focus on corporate finance, M&A, or capital markets.
• Proven experience in structuring and executing complex corporate transactions.
• In-depth knowledge of South African securities law, company law, and financial regulations.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in a top-tier law firm or in-house legal department of a financial institution is highly desirable.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and professionalism.
• Based in or willing to relocate to the Sandton area.

Benefits

• Our client offers an exceptional compensation package, including a highly competitive base salary, significant bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits. These include premium medical aid, a substantial retirement fund, and generous paid leave. The firm is dedicated to employee growth, providing continuous professional development, advanced training programs, and opportunities for international exposure. Join a leading financial institution in the heart of South Africa's economic powerhouse, Sandton , Gauteng . Advance your career in corporate finance within a challenging and rewarding environment.