Senior Corporate Counsel - Hybrid (M&A & Contracts)

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Pension fund

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, SA, with a flexible hybrid work arrangement. The role provides comprehensive legal support across corporate and commercial matters and plays a key role in safeguarding company interests and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years post-qualification experience, SA admission, and a proven track record in complex corporate transactions. Strong drafting and advisory skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years post-qualification experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Admitted as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of SA.
• Proven track record in managing complex corporate transactions.

Responsabilités

• Provide expert legal advice on corporate and commercial transactions including M&A and JV work.
• Draft, review, and negotiate service, supplier, partnership, and IP license agreements.
• Conduct legal research to support strategic decisions and advise senior management.
• Oversee litigation matters and coordinate with external counsel when needed.
• Ensure compliance with laws, governance policies and data protection requirements.
• Develop policies to enhance risk management and operational efficiency.
• Advise on employment law, corporate structuring, and regulatory compliance.
• Foster relationships with internal stakeholders across the organization.

Connaissances

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Prioritization

Formation

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Admitted as an Attorney/Advocate

Outils

Legal research databases

MS Office

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, SA, with a flexible hybrid work arrangement. The role provides comprehensive legal support across corporate and commercial matters and plays a key role in safeguarding company interests and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years post-qualification experience, SA admission, and a proven track record in complex corporate transactions. Strong drafting and advisory skills are essential.