Junior Commercial Attorney

Virago Recruitment; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Virago Recruitment in Sandton, Johannesburg, is seeking a Junior Commercial Attorney with at least 1 year post-admission experience to join its reputable law firm client. You will draft and negotiate commercial agreements, assist with due diligence in M&A, support litigation matters, and liaise with clients and stakeholders to progress matters within deadlines.

The role requires strong drafting, analytical and research skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently while

Qualifications

• LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• Admitted Attorney in South Africa.
• Minimum 1 year post-admission experience.
• Practical experience in commercial law and contract drafting.
• Experience with Mergers & Acquisitions.
• Experience in commercial litigation.
• Strong drafting, analytical and legal research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Must be based in or within reasonable commuting distance of Sandton.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements and contracts.
• Provide legal advice on general commercial matters.
• Assist with Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) transactions, including due diligence and transaction documentation.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions and memoranda.
• Assist with commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters.
• Draft pleadings, notices, correspondence and other litigation-related documentation.
• Review and assess contractual and commercial risks.
• Liaise with clients, counsel and other relevant stakeholders.
• Assist with transaction management and ensure matters are progressed within required deadlines.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive client and matter files.

Skills

Drafting contracts

Legal research

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

LLB degree

Admitted Attorney in SA

Job description

Location: Sandton, Johannesburg Experience: Minimum 1 year Post-Admission Experience Salary: Market Related

A reputable law firm based in Sandton is seeking a motivated and commercially minded Junior Commercial Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year post-admission experience, with exposure to commercial law, contract drafting, Mergers & Acquisitions, and commercial litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements and contracts.

• Provide legal advice and support on general commercial matters.

• Assist with Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) transactions, including due diligence and transaction documentation.

• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions and memoranda.

• Assist with commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters.

• Draft pleadings, notices, correspondence and other litigation-related documentation.

• Review and assess contractual and commercial risks.

• Liaise with clients, counsel and other relevant stakeholders.

• Assist with transaction management and ensure matters are progressed within required deadlines.

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive client and matter files.

Minimum Requirements

• LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification.

• Admitted Attorney in South Africa.

• Minimum 1 year post-admission experience.

• Practical experience in commercial law and contract drafting.

• Experience with Mergers & Acquisitions.

• Experience in commercial litigation.

• Strong drafting, analytical and legal research skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively within a team.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.

• Must be based in or within reasonable commuting distance of Sandton.

Remuneration

Market-related salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Please send your CV to [e-mail] or apply via our website www.viragorecruit.co.za