In-House Counsel - Energy Sector

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Medical aid

Retirement savings

Professional development

In-house legal team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced In-House Counsel for our client, a leading energy sector entity in Durban. The role covers contracts, regulatory issues, risk management, and governance within a dynamic in-house legal team.

The ideal candidate is an admitted attorney with 5+ years, strong contract law knowledge, and the ability to negotiate complex agreements with non-legal stakeholders. Based in KwaZulu-Natal, it offers a strategic impact in a growing energy landscape.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with minimum 5 years' experience, preferably in energy or commercial law.
• Solid contract law knowledge and regulatory/compliance experience.
• Ability to draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts related to energy projects and services.
• Provide regulatory and environmental law advice and energy policy guidance.
• Support corporate governance and internal policies.
• Assist business units on transactional matters and dispute resolution.
• Conduct legal research on emerging energy industry trends.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Stakeholder communication

Regulatory awareness

Education

Admitted attorney (South Africa)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading entity in the energy sector based in Durban , is seeking a pragmatic In-House Counsel to join their dedicated legal department. This role is crucial for providing comprehensive legal support to the business, covering a broad spectrum of energy-related legal matters. You will play a key role in advising on contracts, regulatory issues, and risk management, ensuring the company operates within legal frameworks. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to be an integral part of a vital industry in KwaZulu-Natal , working within a forward-thinking organization committed to sustainable energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts related to energy projects, procurement, and services.
• Provide legal advice on regulatory compliance, environmental law, and energy policy.
• Assist in managing corporate governance and internal policies.
• Support the business units on transactional matters and dispute resolution.
• Conduct legal research on emerging legal trends affecting the energy industry.

Requirements

• Admitted attorney with a minimum of 5 years' experience, preferably with exposure to the energy sector or commercial law.
• Solid understanding of contract law, regulatory frameworks, and compliance matters.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with non-legal stakeholders in Durban .

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical aid and retirement savings.
• Professional development opportunities and exposure to cutting-edge energy projects.
• A dynamic and collaborative in-house legal team environment.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the energy industry in South Africa.