Legal Associate - Mergers & Acquisitions

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remote salary

Remote work flexibility

Exposure to diverse legal matters

Skill development opportunities

Remote with ties to Soweto

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Legal Associate for a fully remote role with a rapidly expanding technology company. You will support the legal team across commercial contracts, M&A, IP, and governance, collaborating with senior counsel and business leaders to drive strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate holds an LLB and SA Attorney admission, with 2–4 years post-admission experience in corporate law and IP, and is comfortable working remotely in a dynamic tech environment.

Qualifications

• LLB degree from a recognized university.
• Admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• 2–4 years post-admission experience in corporate law, commercial contracts and M&A.
• Familiarity with IP law and data privacy regulations is desirable.
• Strong drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for remote teamwork.
• Proactive, organized and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and standard office software.
• Interest in technology is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in due diligence for M&A transactions and corporate ventures.
• Draft, review and negotiate service, partnership and licensing agreements.
• Support management of the intellectual property portfolio (trademark and copyright).
• Advise on compliance with relevant laws including data protection and consumer law.
• Conduct legal research on emerging tech-related issues.
• Assist in corporate secretarial duties and maintain corporate records.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide practical legal solutions.
• Help develop and implement internal legal policies and procedures.

Skills

Legal drafting

Analytical thinking

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Regulatory knowledge

Education

LLB degree

Admission as Attorney

Tools

Legal research tools

Office software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding technology company known for its innovative solutions, is seeking a skilled and adaptable Legal Associate to join their legal team. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from any location. You will be instrumental in supporting the company's growth by providing legal expertise across a range of areas, including commercial contracts, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), intellectual property, and corporate governance. Working closely with senior legal counsel and business leaders, you will contribute to strategic initiatives and ensure the company operates smoothly and legally. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organization in the tech sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the due diligence process for M&A transactions and other corporate ventures.


• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements, including service agreements, partnership agreements, and licensing contracts.


• Support the management of the company's intellectual property portfolio, including trademark and copyright matters.


• Advise on compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including data protection and consumer law.


• Conduct legal research on emerging legal issues relevant to the technology industry.


• Assist in corporate secretarial duties and maintain corporate records.


• Collaborate with internal teams to provide practical legal solutions.


• Help to develop and implement internal legal policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.


• Admission as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.


• 2-4 years of post-admission experience, with a focus on corporate law, commercial contracts, and M&A.


• Familiarity with intellectual property law and data privacy regulations is highly desirable.


• Strong drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.


• Proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.


• Proficiency in legal research tools and standard office software.


• A keen interest in technology and the ability to understand technical concepts is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, tailored for a remote workforce.


• Enjoy the significant benefits of working remotely, including flexibility and autonomy.


• This role provides excellent exposure to diverse legal matters within a fast-growing technology company.


• You will have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects and develop your skills across various legal disciplines.


• Join a dynamic team and play a key role in supporting our innovative journey, all while working remotely, with operational ties to Soweto, Gauteng, ZA.