Remote Senior Corporate & Commercial Counsel

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical aid

Retirement fund contribution

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for a fully remote role with a multinational client. The ideal candidate will bring extensive corporate and commercial law experience, handle international contracts, and guide governance and risk management across diverse business units.

Remote autonomy and strong communication skills are essential for success. Admitted in SA with 9+ years post-qualification experience, you will draft, negotiate, and structure complex transactions while

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with a minimum of 9 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong emphasis on corporate and commercial law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating international commercial contracts.
• Knowledge of corporate governance principles and SA company law.
• Experience managing cross-border transactions and international frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal counsel on corporate governance, compliance, and risk management.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex international commercial agreements.
• Advise on corporate structuring, reorganizations, and cross-border transactions.
• Manage litigation and dispute resolution matters, coordinating with external counsel.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations across jurisdictions.
• Support business development initiatives with legal expertise.
• Develop and implement legal policies and procedures.
• Mentor junior members of the legal team.
• Stay abreast of legal and business developments impacting the company.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for a fully remote role with a multinational client. The ideal candidate will bring extensive corporate and commercial law experience, handle international contracts, and guide governance and risk management across diverse business units.

Remote autonomy and strong communication skills are essential for success. Admitted in SA with 9+ years post-qualification experience, you will draft, negotiate, and structure complex transactions while