Corporate Legal Advisor

Placements24; Paarl; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance incentives

Professional development opportunities

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a skilled Corporate Legal Advisor to join the legal department and provide comprehensive support across corporate and commercial matters.

The successful candidate will advise on company formation, restructuring, and compliance; draft and negotiate commercial contracts; manage records and regulatory filings; and assist with mergers, acquisitions, and governance processes. Strong drafting, advisory, and communication skills are essential.

Qualificações

• Admitted Attorney with minimum 5 years of corporate/commercial law experience.
• Strong drafting and negotiation capabilities for complex agreements.
• Solid understanding of South African company law and governance.

Responsabilidades

• Provide legal advice on corporate law, formation, restructuring, and compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate supplier, customer, and partnership contracts.
• Ensure adherence to SA laws and regulations across operations.
• Assist in board/committee meeting materials.
• Manage corporate records and statutory filings.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and corporate transactions.
• Conduct legal research and issue opinions.
• Develop internal policies and procedures.
• Liaise with external counsel and regulators as needed.
• Manage IP and data privacy legal aspects.

Conhecimentos

Admitted Attorney

Corporate & commercial law

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Corporate governance

Regulatory compliance

Legal research

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Descrição da vaga

About the Role

Our client, a significant entity within the manufacturing sector, is seeking a skilled Corporate Legal Advisor to join their legal department in Paarl, Western Cape . This role is crucial for providing comprehensive legal support across the company's operations, with a strong focus on corporate governance, contract management, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a solid foundation in corporate and commercial law, coupled with excellent drafting and advisory skills. You will work closely with various business units to ensure legal risks are managed effectively and that the company operates within the bounds of the law. This is an excellent opportunity for a legally astute professional to make a substantial contribution in a supportive corporate environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on corporate law matters, including company formation, restructuring, and compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, including supplier agreements, customer contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant South African laws and regulations applicable to the company's operations.
• Assist in the preparation of board and committee meeting materials.
• Manage the company's corporate records and statutory filings.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
• Conduct legal research and provide opinions on various legal issues.
• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures.
• Liaise with external counsel and regulatory authorities as needed.
• Manage legal aspects of intellectual property and data privacy matters.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of South African company law and corporate governance principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in legal research and standard office software.
• Experience within the Paarl business community or surrounding areas is advantageous.
• A proactive approach to identifying and mitigating legal risks.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package, commensurate with experience and qualifications, complemented by a comprehensive benefits program including medical aid, a provident fund, and performance-related incentives. Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning are actively encouraged. This role in the picturesque region of the Western Cape offers a stimulating work environment within a well-established company. We are committed to fostering employee growth and well-being.