Senior Associate Attorney

Ikwezi Mining (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A mining company in South Africa seeks an experienced legal professional to manage legal matters and represent the company in various proceedings. The ideal candidate is an admitted attorney with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience, solid litigation skills, and excellence in drafting legal documents. This role requires strong analytical abilities and a proactive approach, focusing on providing comprehensive legal support across business operations.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with minimum 5 years post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Proven litigation experience with strong courtroom skills.
• Solid understanding of arbitration and ADR mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain multiple legal matters and court schedules.
• Represent the company in litigation and ADR proceedings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal correspondence.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational ability

Professional integrity and sound judgment

Education

Admitted Attorney

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Manage and maintain multiple legal matters, files, documents, and court schedules in an organized manner.

Represent the company in litigation, arbitration, and other alternative dispute resolution (ADR) proceedings.

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, letters of intent, and legal correspondence (including letters of demand).

Provide general legal support across various business areas (not limited to a single industry).

Coordinate with external counsel and regulatory bodies where required.

Identify and mitigate legal risks while supporting business operations.

Minimum Requirements

Admitted Attorney with minimum 5 years post-qualification experience (PQE).

Proven litigation experience with strong courtroom skills.

Solid understanding of arbitration and ADR mechanisms.

Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.

Strong organizational ability to handle multiple matters simultaneously.

Willingness to commit to long and demanding hours when necessary.

Ability to draft contracts, letters of intent, letters of demand, etc.

What Were Looking For

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

High attention to detail with a structured approach.

Professional integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while being a collaborative team player.