In-House Legal Counsel

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced In-House Legal Counsel to join its legal team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role covers commercial contracts, corporate law, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution, with a fully remote work arrangement.

You will provide pragmatic legal advice to multiple business units, draft and negotiate agreements, support mergers and regulatory matters, and help develop risk policies.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience, preferably in-house or in a corporate law firm.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Strong knowledge of South African corporate and commercial law.
• Experience with regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on a wide range of commercial, corporate, and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, agreements, and legal documentation.
• Manage and advise on compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions as required.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on complex legal issues.
• Assist in managing litigation and dispute resolution activities.
• Liaise effectively with internal departments and external legal advisors.
• Develop and implement legal policies and procedures to mitigate risk.

Skills

Legal drafting

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Corporate law

Dispute resolution

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Admitted Attorney (SA)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly expanding conglomerate with significant operations in Vereeniging, Gauteng , is seeking an experienced In-House Legal Counsel to join their dedicated legal team. This role is essential for providing comprehensive legal support across all facets of the business, including commercial contracts, corporate law, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in safeguarding the company’s legal interests and ensuring adherence to all relevant South African legislation. We are looking for a proactive, business-minded legal professional with excellent problem-solving skills and a strong understanding of corporate environments. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in diverse legal work within a thriving enterprise. This role offers a fully remote work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on a wide range of commercial, corporate, and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, agreements, and legal documentation.
• Manage and advise on compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions as required.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on complex legal issues.
• Assist in managing litigation and dispute resolution activities.
• Liaise effectively with internal departments and external legal advisors.
• Develop and implement legal policies and procedures to mitigate risk.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience, preferably in-house or in a corporate law firm.
• Proven expertise in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Strong knowledge of South African corporate and commercial law.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Experience with regulatory compliance is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package reflecting your expertise.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Opportunity to be a key legal advisor in a growing company.
• Engage in varied and challenging legal work across different business units.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Chance to contribute to a company with significant growth potential in Vereeniging, Gauteng .