Legal Counsel - Corporate & Commercial

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Career growth

Stable working environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley seeks a dedicated Legal Counsel to join our client’s professional team. The role covers broad corporate and commercial matters, contract review, governance, and regulatory compliance to support business decisions.

You will work with internal stakeholders and external counsel, conduct legal research, manage disputes, and help ensure the company remains compliant while pursuing growth in the Northern Cape.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with at least 6 years of experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Strong understanding of South African contract and company law.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to provide practical legal advice.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and other legal documents.
• Provide legal advice on corporate matters, including governance and compliance.
• Support business development activities with legal expertise.
• Assist in managing legal disputes and liaising with external counsel.
• Conduct legal research and prepare reports on relevant legal issues.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable laws and regulations affecting the business.

Skills

Legal drafting

Contract negotiation

Legal advisory

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and versatile Legal Counsel to join their professional team in Kimberley . This role will involve providing broad legal support across corporate and commercial matters, ensuring the company operates within the legal framework and mitigates potential risks. You will be involved in contract review, advising on business transactions, and maintaining corporate compliance. This position offers a stable career path within a recognized organization located in the heart of the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and other legal documents.
• Provide legal advice on corporate matters, including governance and compliance.
• Support business development activities with legal expertise.
• Assist in managing legal disputes and liaising with external counsel.
• Conduct legal research and prepare reports on relevant legal issues.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable laws and regulations affecting the business.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with at least 6 years of experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Strong understanding of South African contract and company law.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to provide practical legal advice.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and standard office software.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• A stable and supportive working environment.
• Office-based role in a key location in Kimberley.