Legal Counsel

Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd T / A MPC Recruitment Group EC; Durban; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Durban is seeking a Legal Counsel in their Supply Chain division. The ideal candidate will draft and negotiate commercial agreements, advise on legal risks, and ensure compliance with laws. Applicants should possess an LLB Law degree and complete Articles. Experience in logistics or supply chain is advantageous. This role offers a chance to shape legal practices within the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Experience with contract negotiation and data privacy regulations.
• Familiarity with Logistics / Supply Chain / Shipping Line Industry will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements.
• Advise on legal risks associated with sourcing of goods and services.
• Support procurement and supply chain teams with legal guidance.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

LLB Law

Completed Articles

Job description

Our client in the Shipping Industry is seeking a Legal Counsel in their Supply Chain division to join their team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including supply, distribution, logistics, services and procurement.
• Advise on legal risks associated with the sourcing of goods and services, supplier onboarding,
• Support procurement and supply chain teams with legal guidance on vendor relationships, contract performance, and dispute resolution.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Provide legal advice during audits or investigations involving supply chain activities.
• Assist in the development of standardized templates and best practices for supply chain contracts and processes.

Minimum Requirements :

Experience with contract negotiation and data privacy regulations.

LLB Law

Completed Articles.

Familiarity with Logistics / Supply Chain / Shipping Line Industry will be an advantage

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and professional ethics

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Should you meet the above criteria, we invite you to apply directly to the advertisement. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks of application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful