Legal Counsel

Law Office; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to provide legal advice to multinational clients. This full-time position requires at least 5 years of experience in corporate and commercial law, excellent communication skills, and fluency in English and Arabic. The candidate should demonstrate strong analytical and negotiation abilities, with a commitment to high ethical standards. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on practical legal solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a law firm.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Experience managing outside counsel.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to multinational clients.
• Handle complex legal matters and deliver strategic legal advice.
• Mentor and develop junior legal professionals.

Skills

Legal expertise in corporate law

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Business acumen

Leadership skills

Education

Law degree from an accredited university

Job description

This is a full-time on-site role in Muscat, Oman for a Legal Counsel.

Responsibilities

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a law firm, focusing on providing legal counsel to multinational clients.
• Strong expertise in multiple areas of law, such as corporate law, commercial transactions, employment law, intellectual property, and litigation.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Proven track record of handling complex legal matters and delivering practical and strategic legal advice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to clients and stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to understand clients' business objectives and provide commercially viable legal solutions.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to mentor and develop junior legal professionals.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining client confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize competing demands.
• Experience managing outside counsel.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Law degree from an accredited university.