Legal Advisor - Real Estate & Development

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual bonus

Hybrid work

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks a diligent Legal Advisor specialised in Real Estate and Development Law. The hybrid role provides comprehensive counsel on property-related transactions and projects, navigating complex property law, drafting and negotiating agreements, managing risk, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate is an admitted attorney with 5+ years post-admission experience, with a strong track record in property transactions, leasing, and

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with 5+ years in property and real estate law.
• Proven track record in complex property transactions and leasing.
• In-depth knowledge of SA property law, conveyancing and sectional titles.
• Excellent contract drafting, negotiation and analytical skills.
• Independent, practical and commercially minded legal adviser.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on property law including acquisitions, disposals, leasing and development projects.
• Draft, review, and negotiate property sale, lease and construction contracts.
• Conduct due diligence on property acquisitions and development sites.
• Advise on zoning, land use, environmental and regulatory matters.
• Manage property-related disputes and litigation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant property legislation and liaise with authorities.
• Assist in structuring property finance transactions.
• Keep up-to-date with property market trends and legal developments.

Skills

Property law expertise

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading property development and investment firm, is seeking a diligent and experienced Legal Advisor with a specialization in Real Estate and Development Law. Based in the picturesque and commercially active region of Stellenbosch, Western Cape , this hybrid role will provide comprehensive legal counsel on all property-related transactions and projects. The successful candidate will be instrumental in navigating complex property law, drafting and negotiating agreements, managing legal risks, and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional to contribute to significant development projects in a thriving economic environment, enjoying a flexible working arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on all aspects of property law, including acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and development projects.
• Draft, review, and negotiate property sale agreements, lease agreements, construction contracts, and other related legal documentation.
• Conduct due diligence on property acquisitions and development sites.
• Advise on zoning, land use, environmental law, and other regulatory aspects related to property development.
• Manage and resolve property-related disputes and litigation.
• Ensure compliance with the Sectional Titles Act, the Deeds Registries Act, and other relevant property legislation.
• Liaise with external legal counsel, conveyancers, estate agents, and relevant government authorities.
• Assist in the structuring of property finance transactions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of property market trends and legal developments.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with a minimum of 5 years of post-admission experience, with a strong focus on property and real estate law.
• Proven track record in handling complex property transactions, developments, and commercial leasing.
• In-depth knowledge of South African property law, including conveyancing and sectional title schemes.
• Excellent contract drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide clear, practical, and commercially astute legal advice.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in construction law is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a hybrid work model.
• Proficiency in legal research and standard office software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package reflective of expertise and experience.
• Participation in a medical aid scheme and provident fund.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile real estate projects in and around Stellenbosch, Western Cape .
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between office and remote work.
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning support.
• A dynamic and collaborative work culture.
• Annual bonus structure based on performance.