Remote Corporate Counsel: M&A & Governance Leader

Placements24; Durban; Híbrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work

Competitive remuneration

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Corporate Legal Counsel to join a fully remote legal team supporting Durban operations. The role focuses on corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and compliance in a remote-first environment, with broad exposure to governance and regulatory matters.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 years of corporate law experience, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex projects independently while collaborating with external counsel and

Formación

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, preferably in corporate law.
• Strong background in M&A, corporate finance, and securities law.
• Excellent understanding of South African company law and compliance regulations.
• Proven ability to manage complex legal projects independently in a remote setting.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and advisory skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements related to mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
• Manage corporate secretarial duties, including board resolutions and statutory filings.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and company policies.
• Conduct legal risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with external counsel and regulatory bodies as required.

Conocimientos

Corporate governance

M&A

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Remote work independent

Educación

Admitted Attorney

Herramientas

Securities law

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Corporate Legal Counsel to join a fully remote legal team supporting Durban operations. The role focuses on corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and compliance in a remote-first environment, with broad exposure to governance and regulatory matters.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 years of corporate law experience, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex projects independently while collaborating with external counsel and