Remote M&A Counsel — Lead Complex Deals (SA)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Híbrido; ZAR 2.200.000 - 4.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work

Competitive compensation

Medical & retirement benefits

Professional development stipends

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 represents a leading international technology corporation seeking a remote Corporate Counsel with M&A expertise for South Africa. You will structure, negotiate, and execute complex transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.

In this fully remote role, you will collaborate with global teams across time zones, manage multiple high-stakes deals, ensure regulatory compliance, and advise on risk and strategy. Strong SA legal credentials are essential.

Formación

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa or equivalent.
• 7+ years of M&A transactional experience at a top-tier law firm or in-house.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex M&A agreements.
• Strong understanding of corporate and securities law.
• Ability to manage multiple deals concurrently in a remote setting.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage all legal aspects of M&A transactions, including due diligence, deal structuring, and negotiation of purchase agreements.
• Draft and review a wide range of transactional documents, such as term sheets and definitive agreements.
• Advise business teams on legal risks and strategic considerations related to acquisitions and investments.
• Coordinate with external counsel, investment bankers, and other advisors throughout the transaction process.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations in relevant jurisdictions.
• Develop and implement best practices for M&A deal execution within the legal department.
• Provide ongoing legal support and post-closing integration assistance for acquired entities.
• Conduct legal research on complex corporate and securities matters.
• Assist with corporate governance matters and other general corporate issues as needed.
• Maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Conocimientos

M&A transactions

Corporate law

Due diligence

Negotiation

Cross-border

Remote collaboration

Educación

Admitted Attorney, SA Bar

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 represents a leading international technology corporation seeking a remote Corporate Counsel with M&A expertise for South Africa. You will structure, negotiate, and execute complex transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.

In this fully remote role, you will collaborate with global teams across time zones, manage multiple high-stakes deals, ensure regulatory compliance, and advise on risk and strategy. Strong SA legal credentials are essential.