Remote Corporate Governance & Compliance Officer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work benefits

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development opportunities

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Legal Officer to oversee Corporate Governance for Soweto-based operations, focusing on compliance, records management and board support. This role requires an admitted attorney with strong corporate law experience, comfortable working remotely and guiding governance activities across the organization.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years in corporate law or company secretarial practice, excellent communication, and the ability to implement

Qualifications

• Must be highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in remote or distributed teams.
• Strong research and analytical capabilities related to corporate governance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act and governance standards.
• Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely filings with authorities.
• Prepare agendas, minutes, and resolutions for board/committee meetings.
• Advise on governance policies and best practices.
• Assist in internal controls and compliance frameworks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Remote collaboration

Legal research

Effective communication

Education

Admitted Attorney

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Legal Officer to oversee Corporate Governance for Soweto-based operations, focusing on compliance, records management and board support. This role requires an admitted attorney with strong corporate law experience, comfortable working remotely and guiding governance activities across the organization.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years in corporate law or company secretarial practice, excellent communication, and the ability to implement