Senior Commercial Lawyer

Placements24

Vereeniging

Hybrid

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Competitive pay

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Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks a seasoned Senior Commercial Lawyer to lead legal initiatives, manage a high-value contract portfolio, and provide strategic guidance on complex transactions and regulatory matters within Gauteng.

You will oversee external counsel, drive risk management, and collaborate with business units to ensure compliance with South African law. Admitted Attorney with 7+ years' experience required.

Qualifications

Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience in commercial law.
Experience drafting and negotiating complex corporate and commercial agreements.
Strong understanding of South African corporate law, contract law, and industry regulations.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead legal projects and provide strategic counsel.
Experience managing external counsel and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Lead the negotiation, drafting, and finalization of complex commercial contracts, M&A agreements, and joint venture documentation.
Provide strategic legal advice on business development, intellectual property, and corporate governance issues.
Oversee regulatory compliance and ensure adherence to all relevant legislation within the Gauteng region.
Manage and resolve commercial disputes, including litigation and arbitration proceedings where necessary.
Advise on risk management strategies related to commercial activities.
Collaborate with business units to understand their needs and provide proactive legal solutions.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Education

LLB / Law degree

Admitted Attorney (SA)

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a seasoned Senior Commercial Lawyer to lead legal initiatives within their dynamic business operations in Vereeniging . This pivotal role involves providing expert legal guidance on complex commercial transactions, strategic partnerships, and regulatory matters. You will be responsible for managing a high-value contract portfolio, mitigating legal risks, and ensuring the company's commercial activities align with South African law and best practices. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organization in Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the negotiation, drafting, and finalization of complex commercial contracts, M&A agreements, and joint venture documentation.
Provide strategic legal advice on business development, intellectual property, and corporate governance issues.
Oversee regulatory compliance and ensure adherence to all relevant legislation within the Gauteng region.
Manage and resolve commercial disputes, including litigation and arbitration proceedings where necessary.
Advise on risk management strategies related to commercial activities.
Collaborate with business units to understand their needs and provide proactive legal solutions.

Requirements

Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience in commercial law .
Proven expertise in drafting and negotiating complex corporate and commercial agreements.
Strong understanding of South African corporate law, contract law, and relevant industry regulations.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead legal projects and provide strategic counsel.
Experience in managing external counsel and cross-functional teams.

Benefits