Legal Counsel

AnywhereNow; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Legal Advisor to support various projects through contract negotiation, claims, and compliance management. The ideal candidate will have experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, managing disputes, and ensuring adherence to legal regulations. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, supporting a diverse range of global enterprises in optimizing their operations through strategic legal advice.

Qualifications

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Assessing and managing claims and disputes in projects.
• Ensuring compliance with laws and internal policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contract execution and change management.
• Lead dispute resolution processes and litigation.
• Provide legal advice on corporate transactions.

Job description

Founded in 2010 in The Netherlands, AnywhereNow is a global leader in Enterprise Dialogue Management, with a vision to ensure every employee and customer feels heard, understood, and valued. Our portfolio includes Deepdesk, Tendfor, and IQ Messenger. With around 240 employees working from 22 different countries, we partner with over 2,000 leading enterprises, including Mazda, the UN International Organization for Migration, Adecco Group, and the University of Cape Town, to deliver exceptional customer experiences through the power of Microsoft Teams and AI-driven insights.

Key Responsibilities:

Contracting & Project Support

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts (sales and partner agreements as well as procurement contracts)
• Advise on risk allocation, liability, indemnity, privacy and security, DORA and insurance provisions
• Support project managers and commercial teams in contract execution and change management

Claims & Dispute Management

• Assess and manage claims (both defensive and offensive) arising from projects, delays, or performance issues
• Lead or support dispute resolution processes, including escalations and litigation
• Maintain documentation and coordinate with external counsel when required

Corporate & Transactional Work

• Support corporate housekeeping/governance as well as structuring, negotiation, and execution of collaborations and strategic alliances
• Provide legal advice on corporate transactions, including intra-group framework, M&A, divestments, and reorganizations
• Conduct legal due diligence and support integration or separation activities

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
• Advise on anti-bribery, DORA, competition law, export control, and data protection
• Assist with company secretarial and governance matters as needed