Legal Associate – Asset Management

Copper Quail; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a Legal Associate to support the Asset Management team in a forward-thinking firm. This role involves providing legal guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from financial close to construction and operation phases. You'll be advising on critical contracts, managing legal obligations, and ensuring compliance across stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a strong legal background, particularly in project finance and renewable energy sectors, and possess excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to impactful projects in the renewable energy sector.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of post-qualification experience in legal practice or in-house.
• Experience in project finance, banking, or infrastructure is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Advise on key project and finance contracts.
• Draft and review legal notices and formal project correspondence.
• Assist in resolving project disputes and handling claims.

Skills

Legal Guidance

Contract Management

Dispute Resolution

Communication Skills

Project Finance Knowledge

Education

LLB or equivalent law degree

Job description

Position: Legal Associate – Asset Management

Location: Cape Town (Office-based)

Sector: Renewable Energy

An exciting opportunity exists for a Legal Associate to support the Asset Management team by providing legal guidance across the project lifecycle—from financial close through construction and operation phases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on key project and finance contracts (CTAs, PPAs, SHAs, MSAs, IAs)
  

• Support the management of legal obligations tied to financing agreements
  

• Draft and review legal notices and formal project correspondence
  

• Assist in resolving project disputes and handling claims processes
  

• Coordinate legal procedures and ensure contract compliance across stakeholders
  

Requirements:

• LLB or equivalent law degree
  

• 3+ years’ post-qualification experience in legal practice or in-house (ideally in project finance, banking, or infrastructure)
  

• Experience with renewable energy, IPP, or construction sectors is advantageous
  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  

• Commercially minded, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks