Legal Consultant

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Professional growth support

Diverse legal matters

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic, independent Legal Consultant to provide expert legal advice on a fully remote basis. You will handle contract law, regulatory compliance, and corporate structuring while advising multiple business units.

Admitted Attorney with substantial post-qualification experience; ability to work autonomously and manage client relationships remotely; attractive flexible hours and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney or equivalent with substantial post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience as Legal Consultant or in-house counsel.
• Broad expertise in corporate, commercial, and contract law.
• Excellent analytical and advisory abilities.
• Strong autonomous work capability and remote client management.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal consultation on complex business and legal challenges.
• Draft, review, and advise on contracts, policies, and legal documentation.
• Analyze legal risks and develop mitigation and compliance strategies.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support business development with legal insights and due diligence.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external counsel remotely.

Skills

Legal expertise

Advisory skills

Analytical thinking

Remote work

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and independent Legal Consultant to provide expert legal advice and services on a fully remote basis. This role is designed for a versatile legal professional who can offer strategic guidance across a range of legal areas, including contract law, regulatory compliance, and corporate structuring. You will work closely with various business units, advising on legal strategies and ensuring robust risk management. This is an exceptional opportunity for a self-motivated consultant to leverage their expertise and contribute significantly to the company's success while enjoying the advantages of a remote work setup.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal consultation on complex business and legal challenges.
• Draft, review, and advise on contracts, policies, and legal documentation.
• Analyze legal risks and develop strategies for mitigation and compliance.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and provide clear, actionable recommendations.
• Support business development initiatives with legal insights and due diligence.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external legal counsel remotely.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney or equivalent legal qualification with substantial post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience as a Legal Consultant, In-House Counsel, or in a similar advisory role.
• Broad expertise in corporate, commercial, and contract law.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and advisory skills.
• Strong ability to work autonomously and manage client relationships remotely.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package based on experience and expertise.
• Fully remote working arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging legal matters.
• Access to resources and support for professional growth.
• A forward-thinking company culture that values expert legal input.