Senior Corporate Lawyer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Corporate Lawyer to join its legal team in a fully remote capacity. The role supports global operations from Stellenbosch, advising executive leadership on corporate transactions, governance, and compliance.

You will lead complex deals, craft strategic legal counsel, and drive risk management across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate possesses extensive M&A, corporate finance, and securities law expertise, with a proven track record of delivering

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney or Advocate with at least 8 years in corporate law.
• Strong expertise in mergers & acquisitions, corporate finance, and securities law.
• Proven ability to manage complex legal projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Provide expert legal advice on corporate governance, securities law, and compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate significant commercial agreements and corporate documents.
• Oversee regulatory filings and maintain ongoing compliance with relevant laws.
• Advise on risk management strategies and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with internal teams to implement legal best practices across the organization.

Skills

M&A experience

Corporate governance

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

LLB or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Corporate Lawyer to join their legal team, offering a fully remote working arrangement. This role is integral to providing comprehensive legal support for corporate transactions, governance, and compliance initiatives. You will work closely with executive leadership and various business units, offering strategic legal counsel to drive business objectives while managing risk effectively. This position is ideal for a seasoned corporate lawyer who thrives in a remote setting and desires to contribute significantly to a forward-thinking organization, supporting its global operations from Stellenbosch .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Provide expert legal advice on corporate governance, securities law, and compliance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate significant commercial agreements and corporate documentation.
• Oversee regulatory filings and ensure ongoing compliance with relevant laws.
• Advise on risk management strategies and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure legal best practices are implemented across the organization.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney or Advocate with a minimum of 8 years of corporate law experience.
• Deep expertise in M&A, corporate finance, and securities law.
• Proven track record of managing complex legal projects independently.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to excel in a fully remote work environment, demonstrating self-discipline and proactivity.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary package.
• Fully remote work opportunity, offering exceptional work-life balance.
• Access to cutting-edge legal technology and resources.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and collaborative culture, contributing to impactful legal work globally, with origins from Stellenbosch .