Senior Corporate Attorney

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 2,000,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus potential

Prime Sandton location

Executive health benefits

Retirement planning

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a highly experienced Senior Corporate Attorney to join its prestigious legal department. Lead strategic legal counsel on complex matters including mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, and governance, safeguarding the company's interests and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will manage high-value deals, mentor junior lawyers, draft and negotiate major contracts, and shape the legal direction of a leading organization with executive health benefits and

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with at least 10 years of progressive corporate law experience.
• Proven expertise in corporate finance, M&A, and governance.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills; able to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex corporate transactions including M&A and capital raises.
• Provide strategic governance, securities law, and regulatory guidance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate high-value commercial contracts.
• Oversee litigation and dispute resolution affecting the corporate entity.
• Mentor junior legal team members and develop policies.
• Drive best practices and risk management across the legal function.

Skills

Corporate law

M&A

Governance

Negotiation

Drafting

Leadership

Education

LLB or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly experienced Senior Corporate Attorney to join their prestigious legal department in Sandton . This leadership role involves providing strategic legal counsel on a wide array of complex corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, and governance. You will play a crucial role in safeguarding the company's interests, managing legal risks, and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. This position offers the opportunity to work on significant transactions and influence the legal direction of a leading organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex corporate transactions, including M&A, joint ventures, and capital raising activities.
• Provide expert legal advice on corporate governance, securities law, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate high-value commercial contracts and agreements.
• Oversee litigation and dispute resolution matters impacting the corporate entity.
• Develop and implement corporate legal policies and best practices.
• Mentor and guide junior legal team members.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in corporate law, preferably with a top-tier law firm or large corporate.
• Proven expertise in corporate finance, M&A, and corporate governance.
• Strong negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and executive bonus potential.
• Prime office location in Sandton with full amenities.
• Comprehensive executive health benefits and retirement planning.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and influence.
• A challenging and rewarding role within a prominent corporate entity.