Legal Advisor

Cbre Excellerate; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property services company in South Africa is seeking a skilled Legal Advisor to manage legal matters and provide advisory services in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have an LLB degree, be an admitted attorney with at least 7 years of experience, and possess expertise in corporate and commercial law. You will ensure compliance with regulations and safeguard the interests of the company and its clients, while working collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Opportunity for collaboration and growth

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years post-admission experience.
• Experience in landlord/tenant litigation preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in a large corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and compliance support to internal teams.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders.
• Support on landlord/tenant litigation and property-related disputes.

Skills

Admitted Attorney

Corporate/Commercial Law Experience

Strong Commercial Legal Drafting Skills

Negotiation Skills

Litigation Experience

Strong Communication Skills

Analytical Thinking

Education

LLB degree

Job description

Legal Advisor, South Africa

We are the market leader in commercial real estate services and investments and provide an integrated suite of high-quality real estate services to our clients across Africa and the Middle East, including facilities management, advisory & transaction services, project management. We support predominantly corporate clients who buy services on a contracted basis all across the Middle East and Africa - even globally, depending on their portfolio.

Why choose us: Imagine more than just the future of work; with CBRE Excellerate, you can create it. As part of our global powerhouse, you'll find a culture that fosters an entrepreneurial mindset, where your best work is not just encouraged but celebrated. Collaborate with talented individuals, harness the support of unparalleled resources, and enjoy the journey as you grow both personally and professionally.

About The Role

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Advisor to manage all legal matters within our property portfolio. In this role, you will provide expert legal advisory services, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and safeguarding the interests of both the company and our clients.

What You Will Bring

• LLB degree.
• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 7 years post‑admission experience.
• Experience in corporate/commercial law, preferably in landlord/tenant litigation.
• Strong commercial legal drafting skills.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a large corporate environment with broad generalist legal knowledge.
• General business acumen.
• Contract management and contract drafting.
• Negotiation skills.
• Litigation experience.
• Understanding of relevant legal frameworks, including:

• Companies Act
• POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act)
• FICA (Financial Intelligence Centre Act)
• PPRA (Property Practitioner's Regulatory Authority)
• General property and commercial legislation.

• Strong communication skills (written & verbal).
• Analytical thinking and problem‑solving ability.
• Client relationship management.
• Productivity‑driven with a strong work ethic.

What You Will Be Doing

Legal Advisory & Compliance: Provide legal advice, guidance, and support to internal teams and clients; ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations in the property industry; assist in the development of policies and procedures to manage legal risks; draft, review, and vet lease agreements, utility contracts, and commercial storage agreements; prepare and manage breach notices, letters of demand, and acknowledgment of debt agreements; oversee contract negotiations to protect the company's interests.

Stakeholder & Risk Management: Liaise with internal teams (Portfolio Executives, Leasing Managers, Finance Managers, and Administrators); manage relationships with external stakeholders, including clients and a panel of Attorneys; identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks affecting the business.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution: Provide support on landlord/tenant litigation and other property‑related legal disputes; work with legal counsel to ensure effective resolution of legal matters.

Reporting & Monitoring: Track and report on legal risks, compliance, and contractual obligations; monitor industry regulations and legislative changes affecting the business.

Insurance Reporting and Case Management: Notify insurer of events that may give rise to possible claims; liaise with business unit to obtain information and documentation requested from brokers; receive feedback and updates from insurer regarding insurance claims; discuss with business unit; liaise with brokers to obtain advice regarding insurance clauses; ensure that insurance clauses in agreements are in line with insurance cover; ensure that limitation of liability and other clauses are not in conflict with policy wording and cover provided.

Company Secretarial: Draft resolutions; statutory documentation compliance; corporate legal advising/assistance and deals and ad hoc legal advice.

Ad Hoc Legal Advice: Identify risk; provide ad hoc advice on legal issues; prepare advice based on research; drafting of legal view and way forward; resolve issues through correspondence, telephonic discussions, verbal advice, etc.

Other: Trademarks, fraud and compliance: regular communication and feedback with Attorneys; monitor performance based on instructions provided and output delivered; sign‑off on Attorney invoices; keep updated Trademark Register; review/draft standard documents (i.e., policies / terms of reference) as and when required.

Benefits

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a skilled legal professional to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and fast‑paced property environment. If you have a keen eye for detail, strong commercial acumen, and a passion for navigating complex legal landscapes, we encourage you to apply.

Join us and be part of a team that values expertise, collaboration, and innovative legal solutions. CBRE Excellerate is committed to striving for diversity and equitable representation in our workforce. Preference may thus be given to suitably qualified candidates as identified in our employment equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.