In-House Counsel

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Provident fund

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a client in George to recruit an in-house counsel. You will provide timely legal guidance across departments, draft and negotiate contracts, and ensure regulatory compliance within a hybrid work setting.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of practice, strong contract and commercial law experience, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach. This role offers growth, competitive pay, and development opportunities in George.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of legal experience, in-house preferred.
• Strong contract law and commercial transactions background.
• Experience in compliance and risk management desirable.
• Excellent drafting, negotiating, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Advise on legal implications of commercial decisions and contracts.
• Draft, review, and negotiate service agreements, NDAs, leases.
• Assist in managing litigation, regulatory investigations, disputes.
• Develop and maintain standard legal templates and policies.
• Provide timely legal opinions to management and ensure compliance.

Skills

Contract law

Commercial transactions

Drafting

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

LLB

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated In-House Counsel to join their legal team in George . This role is crucial for supporting the company's operations by providing timely and pragmatic legal guidance on a variety of business matters. You will work closely with different departments, including sales, operations, and HR, to address legal queries, draft agreements, and ensure compliance. This hybrid position offers the chance to gain broad exposure to different facets of in-house legal practice while contributing to the company's growth and success. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing a diverse workload effectively within a collaborative setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise business units on legal implications of commercial decisions and contracts.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, including service agreements, NDAs, and leases.
• Assist in managing litigation, regulatory investigations, and dispute resolution.
• Develop and maintain standard legal templates and company policies.
• Conduct legal research and provide timely legal opinions to management.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in various jurisdictions.

Requirements

• Qualified legal practitioner with a minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably with some in-house experience.
• Strong background in contract law and commercial transactions.
• Experience in compliance and risk management is highly desirable.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance incentives.
• Access to a hybrid work model, offering flexibility.
• Contribution to medical aid and provident fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the legal function.
• A supportive and engaging team environment in George .