Real Estate Legal Advisor

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Real Estate Legal Advisor to join a leading real estate investment group in a hybrid capacity based in Randburg, Gauteng. You will advise on property acquisitions, development projects, leasing, financing, and regulatory compliance across jurisdictions, focusing on the Randburg market.

The role requires admitted status with at least 5 years in Real Estate Law, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple complex matters in a

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney or Advocate with at least 5 years post-qualification experience specializing in Real Estate Law.
• Proven experience advising on large-scale commercial and residential real estate transactions.
• Strong knowledge of property, contract and corporate law relevant to real estate.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on all aspects of real estate transactions (purchases, sales, leases, joint ventures).
• Review, draft, and negotiate complex real estate contracts and documents.
• Conduct legal due diligence on properties and counterparties.

Skills

Real estate law

Contract drafting

Due diligence

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Admitted Attorney or Advocate

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading real estate investment group, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Real Estate Legal Advisor to join their team. This hybrid role involves providing comprehensive legal counsel on a wide range of real estate transactions and compliance matters, with a mix of office-based strategic meetings and remote document review. You will be instrumental in advising on property acquisitions, development projects, leasing agreements, financing, and regulatory compliance across various jurisdictions, with a particular focus on the Randburg and wider Gauteng property markets. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in property law, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage complex legal issues efficiently. This is a pivotal position offering the chance to contribute significantly to high-value real estate deals and strategic decision-making for our client.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on all aspects of real estate transactions, including purchases, sales, leases, and joint ventures.
• Review, draft, and negotiate complex real estate contracts, agreements, and related legal documents.
• Conduct legal due diligence on properties and counterparties.
• Advise on zoning, land use, environmental regulations, and other compliance matters.
• Manage litigation related to real estate assets and disputes.
• Liaise with external legal counsel, regulatory bodies, and government agencies.
• Stay current with evolving real estate laws and industry best practices.
• Assist in the structuring of real estate financing arrangements.
• Support the asset management team on legal and operational issues.
• Mitigate legal risks associated with the company's real estate operations in Randburg.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney or Advocate with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience specializing in Real Estate Law.
• Proven experience advising on large-scale commercial and residential real estate transactions.
• In-depth knowledge of property law, contract law, and corporate law relevant to real estate.
• Excellent legal research, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple complex matters in a hybrid setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly.
• Familiarity with the legal landscape of the Gauteng property market is highly desirable.
• Membership in a relevant professional legal body.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between remote and office settings.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending legal conferences.
• Discretionary bonus based on performance and contribution.
• Involvement in significant and high-profile real estate projects.
• Supportive legal and investment team environment in Randburg.