In-house Counsel

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive salary

Health & retirement

Career development

Industry leader environment

Job summary

Placements24 presents an exciting in-house Counsel role in Welkom. The successful candidate will advise management, handle contracts, regulatory compliance, governance and risk management for a mining and resources group.

Admitted Attorneys with 5+ years' experience, strong SA corporate law knowledge, and proven negotiation skills are preferred. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, comprehensive health insurance, retirement savings, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience.
• Solid understanding of South African corporate and commercial law.
• Experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on contracts, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
• Review and negotiate various commercial agreements and transactional documents.
• Manage legal disputes and coordinate with external counsel when necessary.
• Assist in the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on emerging legal issues.
• Support the company's risk management framework.

Skills

Admitted Attorney

In-house experience

Contract drafting

Regulatory compliance

Corporate governance

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Education

LLB degree

Job description

Our client is looking for a versatile In-house Counsel to contribute to their legal department in Welkom . This role requires a legal professional capable of handling a broad range of legal matters pertinent to the company's operations in the mining and resources sector. You will play a key role in advising management, managing risks, and ensuring the company operates within the legal framework. This is an excellent opportunity for a legally astute individual to make a significant impact within a well-established organization committed to responsible business practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on contracts, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
• Review and negotiate various commercial agreements and transactional documents.
• Manage legal disputes and coordinate with external counsel when necessary.
• Assist in the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on emerging legal issues.
• Support the company's risk management framework.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in-house or within a firm serving industrial clients.
• Solid understanding of South African corporate and commercial law.
• Experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement to balance office and personal needs.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Engaging work environment within a key industry player.