Remote Corporate Legal Specialist

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Global client base

Work-life balance

Access to cutting-edge legal tech

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Corporate Legal Specialist to join a fully remote, global practice serving clients across jurisdictions. The role requires 6+ years of corporate law experience, with strong expertise in M&A, corporate finance, governance, and high-quality drafting and negotiation.

You will collaborate with a distributed team using digital platforms and cloud-based tools. Remote work offers flexibility, competitive compensation, and opportunities to handle cross-border

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney or Advocate with 6+ years of corporate law experience.
• Expertise in M&A, corporate finance, and corporate governance.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, with a focus on clarity in digital communication.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects autonomously in a remote setting.

Responsabilités

• Advise on corporate structuring, governance, and compliance for clients.
• Draft, review, and negotiate corporate agreements including M&A documents.
• Conduct due diligence for transactions and regulatory filings.
• Provide opinions on cross-border transactions and international corporate law.
• Manage corporate records and statutory compliance across jurisdictions.
• Develop remote-friendly policies and procedures for legal teams.
• Collaborate with distributed team using digital platforms.
• Stay updated on remote legal tech trends and tools.

Connaissances

Corporate law

M&A

Negotiation

Corporate governance

Outils

Cloud-based platforms

Legal tech software

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking international legal services firm, is seeking an accomplished Corporate Legal Specialist to join their fully remote team. This position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa, with a strong emphasis on asynchronous communication and digital collaboration tools. The role is integral to providing high-level legal support for a diverse range of corporate transactions and ongoing legal compliance for clients globally. We are looking for a highly motivated, self-disciplined professional with a deep understanding of corporate law and a proven ability to thrive in a remote work setting. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your legal career with a company that champions innovation and work-life balance, operating entirely remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on corporate structuring, governance, and compliance matters for international and local clients.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex corporate agreements, including M&A documents, shareholder agreements, and partnership contracts.
• Conduct thorough legal due diligence for transactions and regulatory filings.
• Provide expert legal opinions on cross-border transactions and international corporate law.
• Manage corporate records and ensure compliance with statutory requirements across various jurisdictions.
• Develop and implement remote-friendly legal policies and procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with a distributed team of legal professionals and support staff using digital platforms.
• Stay abreast of emerging legal trends and technologies relevant to remote legal practice.
• Utilize advanced legal tech tools for research, document management, and communication.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney or Advocate with a minimum of 6 years of corporate law experience.
• Extensive experience in M&A, corporate finance, and corporate governance.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex legal projects autonomously in a remote environment.
• Exceptional analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clear and concise digital communication.
• Proficiency in leveraging technology for legal work, including cloud-based platforms and legal tech software.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to maintain productivity without direct supervision.
• Experience working remotely or with distributed teams is highly desirable.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and client service.

Benefits

• Full remote work arrangement offering exceptional flexibility.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work with a global client base and diverse legal challenges.
• Access to cutting-edge legal technology and professional development resources.
• Supportive remote work culture that encourages work-life balance.
• Contribution to a leading innovator in remote legal services.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits adaptable to remote employees.