Group Legal Advisor : Multinational (9-Month Fixed-Term Contract)

ClarkHouse; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational business in Johannesburg seeks a Group Legal Advisor to provide strategic legal guidance across various jurisdictions. The ideal candidate must possess a strong background in service contract management, corporate transactions, and litigation, along with at least 10 years of post-admission experience. Strong independence and the ability to manage complex legal matters are essential. Competitive support offered in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years post-admission experience in legal advisory.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters independently.
• Experience engaging with directors and managing expectations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal guidance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage legal matters related to service contracts, disputes, and transactions.

Skills

In-house legal advisory experience

Litigation experience

Service contract management

Corporate transactions

Complex dispute navigation

Education

LLB degree and completed Articles of Clerkship

Job description

Overview

Join a fast-paced multinational business as a Group Legal Advisor, providing strategic legal guidance across multiple jurisdictions and business units!

Position Info

You’ll have strong support, but this role is for a self-driven legal professional who can manage complex legal matters independently. The ideal candidate will have broad experience across industries, particularly in service contract management, corporate transactions, and litigation.

Minimum Requirements

• LLB degree and completed Articles of Clerkship
• 10 years post-admission experience
• Proven in-house legal advisory experience
• Litigation experience and ability to navigate complex disputes
• Strong experience with service contracts (across any industry)
• Confident engaging with directors and managing expectations
• Broad expertise across contracts, company secretarial matters, shareholder agreements, SLAs, NDAs, leases, loan agreements, and dispute resolution

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