Senior Corporate Counsel

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks an accomplished Senior Corporate Counsel to strengthen its legal department. You will guide corporate governance, negotiate major commercial agreements, and oversee risk management across business units.

The role requires SA Admitted Attorney with 7+ years post-admission experience, strong leadership, and the ability to provide strategic advice in a fast-paced corporate environment. Competitive salary, bonus potential and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with 7+ years post-admission experience.
• Extensive experience in corporate law, commercial transactions, and contract negotiation.
• Strong understanding of governance and SA company law.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel on governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements including M&A and JVs.
• Manage corporate secretarial functions and Companies Act compliance.
• Oversee litigation and coordinate with external counsel as needed.
• Advise on risk management strategies and mitigate legal exposure.
• Support business development with due diligence and transaction support.
• Develop internal policies to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage relationships with external legal service providers.
• Stay updated on legal developments impacting the company.
• Mentor and guide junior legal staff.

Skills

Legal leadership

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Strategic advising

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of SA

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a diversified conglomerate with substantial business interests and operations based in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking an accomplished Senior Corporate Counsel to bolster their legal department. This senior position requires a highly experienced legal professional with a robust background in corporate law, contract negotiation, and risk management. You will be instrumental in providing strategic legal guidance across various business units, overseeing significant commercial transactions, and ensuring the company's adherence to all regulatory and legal requirements. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute to a leading organization within the Benoni economic landscape, playing a key role in shaping its legal strategy and mitigating risk. We are looking for an individual with exceptional legal acumen, strong commercial awareness, and proven leadership capabilities, who can effectively navigate complex legal challenges and support the company's growth trajectory. The role offers significant responsibility and the chance to influence corporate decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including M&A, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
• Manage corporate secretarial functions and ensure compliance with the Companies Act.
• Oversee litigation and dispute resolution processes, coordinating with external counsel when necessary.
• Advise on risk management strategies and implement measures to mitigate legal exposure.
• Support business development initiatives by providing legal due diligence and transaction support.
• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
• Manage relationships with external legal service providers.
• Stay current with legal and regulatory developments impacting the company's operations.
• Mentor and guide junior legal staff within the department.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with a minimum of 7 years' post-admission experience.
• Extensive experience in corporate law, commercial transactions, and contract negotiation.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and South African company law.
• Proven ability to manage complex legal matters and provide strategic advice.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, demanding corporate environment.
• Experience in managing litigation and external counsel is essential.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunity to be a key legal advisor for a major corporation in Benoni.
• Exposure to a wide range of challenging corporate legal issues.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• A supportive and results-driven legal team culture.
• Significant impact on corporate strategy and decision-making.