Senior Associate - Corporate & Commercial Law (M&A)

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development and CPE

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Associate in Benoni, Gauteng, to lead corporate commercial work within a collaborative legal team. You will manage a diverse client portfolio, advising on company formations, M&A, commercial agreements, and governance.

The role demands admission as an Attorney with 5+ years in corporate commercial law, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to drive results under pressure. Office-based in Benoni with development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of SA with 5+ years post-qualification experience in corporate commercial law.
• Solid understanding of SA company law, contract law, and commercial dispute resolution.
• Proven experience in managing M&A transactions and drafting complex commercial agreements.
• Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Strong client relationship management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple concurrent matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise corporate clients on a broad spectrum of commercial law matters.
• Lead and manage M&A transactions from due diligence to closing.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, leases, and service agreements.
• Provide guidance on corporate governance, compliance, and shareholder relations.
• Manage company secretarial duties for clients.
• Conduct legal research and provide well-reasoned opinions.
• Represent clients in commercial disputes and negotiations.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Mentor and supervise junior associates and legal staff.

Skills

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Legal drafting

Team mentorship

Tools

Legal research databases

Practice management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Associate in Benoni, Gauteng, to lead corporate commercial work within a collaborative legal team. You will manage a diverse client portfolio, advising on company formations, M&A, commercial agreements, and governance.

The role demands admission as an Attorney with 5+ years in corporate commercial law, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to drive results under pressure. Office-based in Benoni with development opportunities.