Corporate Legal Advisor

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a George-based enterprise in seeking a Corporate Legal Advisor to oversee its legal affairs, providing expert counsel on contracts, governance, and commercial transactions.

You will work with senior management, handle due diligence for mergers, ensure regulatory compliance, and support risk management, with a hybrid work model, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in corporate or commercial law.
• Strong knowledge of South African corporate and company law.
• Experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder liaison skills.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on corporate and commercial matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate service, supply, and partnership contracts.
• Manage corporate governance and statutory filings.
• Conduct due diligence for mergers and acquisitions.
• Advise on IP protection and employment law issues.
• Ensure regulatory compliance across the business.

Skills

Analytical skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Admitted Attorney (South Africa)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing enterprise located in George , seeks a dedicated Corporate Legal Advisor to oversee its legal affairs. This pivotal role involves providing expert legal counsel on a wide range of corporate matters, ensuring compliance, and mitigating legal risks. You will work closely with senior management, advising on contracts, corporate governance, and commercial transactions. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and play a key role in its legal framework and strategic decision-making, contributing to sustainable growth and operational excellence within the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on corporate law, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements, including service, supply, and partnership contracts.
• Manage corporate governance matters, including board meetings and statutory filings.
• Conduct legal due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other transactions.
• Advise on intellectual property protection and employment law issues.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable laws and regulations affecting the business.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in corporate or commercial law.
• Strong understanding of South African corporate legislation and company law.
• Demonstrated experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to provide pragmatic legal solutions.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks and risk management principles.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and home.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the organization.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment in George .