In-House Counsel — Litigation Lead (Tembisa)

Placements24; Gauteng; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Stable work environment

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks an in-house Counsel with a strong focus on litigation to join its established legal department in Tembisa. You will manage and defend the company against civil claims, coordinating closely with external counsel and internal stakeholders to develop effective litigation strategies.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of litigation experience, a solid grasp of South African civil procedure and evidence rules, and excellent negotiation and advocacy skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified Legal Practitioner with at least 5 years of litigation experience in civil matters.
• Solid understanding of civil procedure and rules of evidence in South Africa.
• Excellent negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilités

• Manage all aspects of company litigation, including pleadings, discovery, and court appearances.
• Develop and implement effective litigation defense strategies in collaboration with external legal teams.
• Provide legal advice on potential disputes and risk mitigation to business units.
• Conduct thorough investigations into legal claims and gather necessary evidence.
• Negotiate settlements and manage relationships with opposing counsel and courts.
• Stay abreast of relevant case law and legislative changes impacting litigation.

Connaissances

Litigation

Civil Procedure

Negotiation

Advocacy

Risk Management

Formation

Law Degree

Description du poste

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks an in-house Counsel with a strong focus on litigation to join its established legal department in Tembisa. You will manage and defend the company against civil claims, coordinating closely with external counsel and internal stakeholders to develop effective litigation strategies.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of litigation experience, a solid grasp of South African civil procedure and evidence rules, and excellent negotiation and advocacy skills.