Corporate Legal Counsel (Remote)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Generous leave

Professional development

Team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a corporate legal counsel to support operations across South Africa in a fully remote role. You will provide strategic guidance on governance, compliance, and commercial contracts, shaping risk management as the business grows.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in corporate law, in-house or at a top firm, with strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills. Remote work requires self-motivation and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in corporate law (in-house or law firm).
• In-depth knowledge of SA corporate law, company secretarial practices, and commercial agreements.
• Proven experience in managing complex corporate transactions.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment; manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal advice on corporate law, M&A, and governance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts and agreements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable corporate regulations and statutory requirements.
• Manage legal aspects of corporate restructurings, joint ventures, and strategic initiatives.
• Conduct legal due diligence for investments and partnerships.
• Support the board and senior management on legal and compliance matters.

Skills

Corporate law

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Time management

Tools

Legal research platforms

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled Corporate Legal Counsel to join their fully remote legal team, supporting operations across South Africa. This position is integral to providing strategic legal guidance on corporate governance, compliance, and commercial transactions. You will be responsible for ensuring that the company operates within legal boundaries while supporting its growth objectives. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, comfortable working independently in a virtual setting, and possesses a strong understanding of corporate law principles, contributing to the company's success from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal advice on corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts and agreements.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant corporate regulations and statutory requirements.
• Manage legal aspects of corporate restructurings, joint ventures, and other strategic initiatives.
• Conduct legal due diligence for potential investments and partnerships.
• Support the board of directors and senior management on legal and compliance matters.

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer with a minimum of 6 years of experience in corporate law, preferably within a reputable law firm or as in-house counsel.
• In-depth knowledge of South African corporate law, company secretarial practices, and commercial agreements.
• Proven experience in managing complex corporate transactions.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Proficiency in virtual collaboration tools and legal research platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Fully remote working arrangement offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Generous annual leave and opportunities for professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team culture focused on achieving business goals.