Remote Senior Corporate Counsel — M&A & Compliance

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary package

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Generous annual leave

Remote work setup

Professional development

Cutting-edge legal tech

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 represents a leading international firm seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to join their remote-first legal team in South Africa. The role emphasizes independent work, strategic legal guidance, and strong governance compliance across corporate matters.

The ideal candidate will possess 7+ years post-qualification experience, be admitted as an Attorney or Advocate, and excel in drafting and negotiating complex transactions and commercial agreements in a remote setting.

Qualifikationen

• Admitted as an Attorney or Advocate with a minimum of 7 years post-qualification experience in corporate law.
• Proven track record in handling complex corporate transactions and commercial agreements.
• In-depth knowledge of South African corporate law and regulatory frameworks.

Aufgaben

• Provide expert legal advice on corporate transactions including mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and restructurings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts (service, supply, partnership agreements).
• Manage legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance across the organization.
• Advise the board and senior management on legal and compliance matters.
• Oversee external counsel and develop legal policies and procedures.

Kenntnisse

Corporate law

Legal advisory

Tools

Legal research databases

Office software

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 represents a leading international firm seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to join their remote-first legal team in South Africa. The role emphasizes independent work, strategic legal guidance, and strong governance compliance across corporate matters.

The ideal candidate will possess 7+ years post-qualification experience, be admitted as an Attorney or Advocate, and excel in drafting and negotiating complex transactions and commercial agreements in a remote setting.