Senior Corporate Counsel — Strategic Leader (Benoni)

Placements24; Benoni; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Zusammenfassung

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.

Qualifikationen

• 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.

Aufgaben

• 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.

Kenntnisse

Legal leadership

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Strategic advising

Ausbildung

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of SA

Jobbeschreibung

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.