Legal Counsel

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Legal Counsel to join its busy legal team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role focuses on commercial law, risk management, and contract drafting and negotiation.

You will advise on operational matters, ensure regulatory compliance, and support litigation and dispute resolution as part of the drive for strategic business success in the region. The ideal candidate is admitted attorney with 5+ years post-qualification experience, able to manage multiple tasks in a

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of South African contract and commercial law.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements and supplier/service contracts.
• Provide timely legal advice on day-to-day operational issues to business units.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations including consumer protection and employment law.
• Assist in managing litigation and alternative dispute resolution processes.
• Conduct legal research and provide risk/opportunity analyses.
• Maintain and update legal documents and corporate records.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

Admitted Attorney

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Legal Counsel to join their busy legal team based in Vereeniging . This role requires an individual with a comprehensive understanding of commercial law and a proactive approach to legal risk management. You will be responsible for drafting and negotiating contracts, providing legal advice on operational matters, and ensuring the company's adherence to all relevant legislation. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional to contribute significantly to the operational and strategic success of the company within the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including supplier contracts, service level agreements, and partnership agreements.
• Provide timely and practical legal advice to business units on day-to-day operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including consumer protection and employment law.
• Assist in managing litigation and alternative dispute resolution processes.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on potential legal risks and opportunities.
• Maintain and update legal documentation and corporate records.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with at least 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of South African contract law, commercial law, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a demanding environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal work.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• On-site work location in Vereeniging.