Senior Associate - Mergers & Acquisitions

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Partnership track potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Senior Associate in Sandton with a focus on Mergers & Acquisitions. You will lead complex transactions, guide deal structuring and due diligence, and advise corporate clients on regulatory matters in the South African market.

The ideal candidate holds an admitted SA attorney qualification with 7+ years of M&A experience, and demonstrates strong drafting, negotiation, and leadership skills within a top-tier firm or corporate setting.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with 7+ years of experience in M&A.
• Strong knowledge of SA corporate law, securities regulations, and deal practices.
• Proven track record managing significant M&A deals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex M&A transactions from inception to closing.
• Oversee due diligence investigations for target companies.
• Draft, review, and negotiate key documents (SPAs, term sheets).
• Advise on deal structuring, regulatory approvals, and risks.
• Mentor junior lawyers and support staff.

Skills

Mergers & Acquisitions

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious law firm in Sandton , is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Associate specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). This role requires a seasoned professional to lead and manage complex M&A transactions, providing strategic legal advice to corporate clients. You will be instrumental in deal structuring, due diligence, negotiation, and finalization of agreements. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional M&A experience, strong leadership qualities, and a deep understanding of corporate finance and securities law within the South African context. This is an unparalleled opportunity to shape significant corporate deals in the heart of the financial district of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex M&A transactions from inception to closing.
• Conduct and oversee due diligence investigations for target companies.
• Draft, review, and negotiate key transaction documents, including share purchase agreements and term sheets.
• Advise clients on deal structuring, regulatory approvals, and potential risks.
• Manage junior lawyers and support staff involved in transactions.
• Liaise with clients, financial advisors, and other stakeholders throughout the deal process.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with 7+ years of experience, specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions .
• Proven track record of successfully managing significant M&A deals.
• In-depth knowledge of South African corporate law, securities regulations, and M&A market practices.
• Exceptional legal drafting, negotiation, and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong leadership capabilities and the ability to mentor junior legal professionals.
• Experience working in a top-tier law firm or corporate legal department in Sandton .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and attractive bonus structure commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and risk cover benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, partnership track potential.
• Hybrid work arrangement balancing demanding client needs with personal flexibility.
• Access to high-profile deals and extensive professional networking within the Sandton business community.