Satic - Corporate Lawyer

Pwc South Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC South Africa is seeking a Senior Associate with 0-3 years PQE in corporate law to join their dynamic team. The role involves handling corporate projects, collaborating with tax advisers, and supporting high-profile clients. Ideal candidates will be energetic and eager to engage in business development activities.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years PQE in corporate law.
• Experience in drafting and reviewing legal documents.
• Knowledge of LLPs and European company law.

Responsibilities

• Handling a variety of corporate projects.
• Collaborating with PwC's tax and deals advisers.
• Building relationships with clients and professionals.

Skills

Communication

Client Service

Organizational Skills

Education

Qualified attorney in South Africa

Excellent academic background

Job description

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About PWC SATIC

PwC has launched the South African Technology & Innovation Centre (SATIC).

SATIC is designed to innovate, build, and deploy solutions for our global clients across various technology and transformational projects. SATIC is a delivery centre servicing PwC UK and is an independent member of the PwC international network of firms.

By joining SATIC and being based in South Africa, you will be part of the PwC UK Legal team located in London, Birmingham, and Manchester.

You will work on project-based assignments, providing specialist legal advice and ongoing general counsel support.

Corporate Practice Overview

PwC Legal's Corporate practice is one of its largest groups, focusing on:

1. Corporate and business structuring projects (e.g., multi-territory reorganizations, intra-group reorganizations).
2. Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and private equity.
3. Specializations in LLPs, LLP conversions, and European company law (cross-border / domestic mergers).

Client Base

The team works with MNCs, listed groups, privately owned companies, and inbound groups. Structuring projects often involve cross-border work with PwC's international network, while M&A focuses on privately owned companies, inbound groups, and mid-tier private equity houses. Collaboration with professionals in tax, corporate finance, and advisory ensures a cohesive client service.

Role and Responsibilities

We are looking for South African admitted lawyers with 0-3 years PQE and a general corporate law and transactional background to join this busy, friendly team at Senior Associate level. Responsibilities include:

1. Handling a variety of corporate projects, often involving detailed legal work.
2. Collaborating with PwC's tax and deals advisers to gain business insights.
3. Supporting the growth of the Corporate practice and assisting high-profile clients.
4. Building relationships with clients and PwC professionals, working under partner supervision.
5. Running transactions with significant responsibility in a supported learning framework.
6. Participating in business development and networking activities.
7. Opportunities for secondment with high-profile clients.

Training

Upgrading skills to handle transactions governed by England and Wales laws through comprehensive training in corporate law fundamentals. The ideal candidate will be energetic, enthusiastic, and eager to handle various corporate tasks.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified attorney in South Africa or an equivalent common law jurisdiction.
• Excellent academic background.
• Solid experience in general corporate law and private company M&A.
• Experience in drafting, reviewing, and redlining legal documents.
• Experience in intra-group corporate and business structuring work, including multi-territory reorganization projects and smaller intra-group reorganizations.
• Knowledge of LLPs, LLP conversions, and European company law (cross-border / domestic mergers).
• Interest in various corporate areas.
• Strong communication, client service, and organizational skills.
• 0-3 years PQE.
• Team player with the ability to work independently.
• Clear, articulate, and confident in written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to engage in business development and networking activities.