In-house Counsel

Media24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in South Africa is seeking an In-house Counsel to provide strategic legal advice on media law and digital content. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of legal practice, including experience in corporate advisory and stakeholder management. This role involves preparing board reports and navigating regulatory requirements in a dynamic media landscape. Candidates from designated groups are encouraged to apply, and reasonable accommodations will be provided.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with LLB from a recognised South African university.
• 5+ years legal practice with 3+ years corporate advisory experience.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal counsel on media law and digital content.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry partners and agencies.
• Prepare management reports for board meetings.

Skills

Legal counsel

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

LLB from a recognised South African university

LLM with specialization in media law, IP, or corporate law

Job description

Are you a skilled legal professional passionate about the media industry? Media24 is seeking a dynamic In-house Counsel to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of media in South Africa.

About Media24

Media24 is South Africa's leading media company, home to some of the country's most trusted news brands, digital platforms, video production and channels, and publishing houses. From Netwerk24 and News24 to our renowned video and book publishing divisions, we're at the forefront of media innovation and transformation.

The opportunity

This is a unique opportunity to serve as Media24's primary legal advisor while building strategic stakeholder relationships and contributing to board-level decision making. You'll be working at the intersection of law, media, technology, and business strategy.

What you’ll be doing

Legal counsel

• Provide strategic legal counsel on media law, intellectual property, and digital content matters
• Ensure compliance across all our diverse media operations
• Manage litigation and coordinate external legal services
• Navigate complex regulatory requirements in the evolving media landscape

Stakeholder management

• Build and maintain relationships with industry partners, government agencies, and community organizations
• Represent Media24 at industry forums and regulatory discussions
• Influence policy development that affects the media sector

Board advisory and reporting

• Prepare comprehensive management reports for board meetings
• Coordinate annual report preparation and business plan development
• Present legal and regulatory updates to executive leadership
• Support governance and compliance reporting functions

What we’re looking for

Essential:

• Admitted attorney with LLB from a recognised South African university
• 5+ years legal practice with 3+ years corporate advisory experience
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience in board reporting or executive communication

Preferred:

• LLM with specialization in media law, IP, or corporate law
• Media, publishing, or digital industry experience
• Experience with regulatory bodies

Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups. We strive to be inclusive and represent all designated groups fairly. Applicants with different abilities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation will be provided.