In-House Corporate Counsel - Wine & Agri

Placements24; Paarl; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 400 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Professional development

Competitive remuneration

Medical aid and pension benefits

Résumé du poste

Placements24 client, a well-established business in the Paarl winelands, seeks an experienced Legal Advisor specializing in corporate and commercial law. You will provide robust legal support across contracts, governance, regulatory compliance, and transactional matters.

You will work closely with senior management, offering practical advice, managing multiple priorities, and developing internal policies to safeguard the company’s interests in a dynamic in-house environment.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with at least 6 years of corporate and commercial law experience.
• Strong knowledge of South African company and contract law.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating contracts.
• Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Experience in an in-house corporate role or reputable firm is essential.
• Proficiency with legal research tools and standard office software.
• Experience in the agricultural or wine industry is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements (supply, service, partnership).
• Advise on corporate governance matters and statutory compliance.
• Support M&A activities including due diligence and deal structuring.
• Provide regulatory compliance guidance across sectors.
• Manage intellectual property, employment law, and data privacy.
• Conduct legal research and prepare opinions and reports.
• Liaise with external counsel and regulatory authorities as needed.
• Assist in managing disputes and litigation.
• Develop and implement internal legal policies and procedures.

Connaissances

Corporate and commercial law

Contract drafting

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Outils

Legal research tools

Description du poste

Placements24 client, a well-established business in the Paarl winelands, seeks an experienced Legal Advisor specializing in corporate and commercial law. You will provide robust legal support across contracts, governance, regulatory compliance, and transactional matters.

You will work closely with senior management, offering practical advice, managing multiple priorities, and developing internal policies to safeguard the company’s interests in a dynamic in-house environment.