Junior M&A Counsel - Mentorship, Growth & Deals

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship program

Significant deals exposure

Career progression

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual leave

Team in Benoni

Job summary

Placements24—Benoni-based firm is seeking a Junior Legal Counsel to support a busy corporate legal team. You will assist in M&A transactions, due diligence, and drafting deal documents alongside senior counsel.

This role offers hands-on exposure to high-profile corporate matters and rapid learning in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have an LLB, SA qualification, and 1–3 years of PQE with a keen interest in M&A and corporate finance; strong research, writing, and analytical skills

Qualifications

• LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• Admitted as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of South Africa.
• 1-3 years of post-qualification experience, preferably with some exposure to corporate law, M&A, or corporate finance.
• A strong academic record and demonstrable interest in M&A.
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting legal due diligence for potential M&A transactions.
• Support the drafting and negotiation of term sheets, letters of intent, and sale and purchase agreements.
• Review and analyze corporate records, contracts, and other relevant documents.
• Coordinate with internal business units and external advisors (legal, financial, technical) during transactions.
• Assist in managing the closing process for M&A deals.
• Conduct legal research on specific issues relevant to M&A transactions and corporate governance.
• Help ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to corporate transactions.
• Support the broader corporate legal team with general corporate and commercial matters as needed.
• Maintain organized records and manage transaction documentation.
• Learn and apply company policies and procedures relating to M&A activities.

Skills

Legal research

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification

Admitted as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of South Africa

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal research tools

Job description

Placements24—Benoni-based firm is seeking a Junior Legal Counsel to support a busy corporate legal team. You will assist in M&A transactions, due diligence, and drafting deal documents alongside senior counsel.

This role offers hands-on exposure to high-profile corporate matters and rapid learning in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have an LLB, SA qualification, and 1–3 years of PQE with a keen interest in M&A and corporate finance; strong research, writing, and analytical skills