Senior Corporate Lawyer: M&A & Commercial Transactions Lead

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance-related bonuses

Professional development and training

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Corporate Lawyer for a Pretoria-based corporate transactions team. You will lead and advise on complex M&A deals, corporate restructurings, and commercial advisory matters for a prestigious client base.

The role demands strong negotiation and drafting skills, extensive M&A experience, and a track record of managing large transactions within a demanding legal environment. A high standard of professionalism and client service is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience advising on and executing mergers & acquisitions.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
• Strong business acumen with practical, commercially sound legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advise on corporate transactions including mergers, acquisitions, disposals, and joint ventures.
• Draft, review, and negotiate key transaction documents (SPAs, shareholders agreements, financing agreements).
• Provide comprehensive legal advice on governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.

Skills

M&A deals

Negotiation

Drafting

Education

Admitted Attorney (SA)

7+ years post-admission experience

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Corporate Lawyer for a Pretoria-based corporate transactions team. You will lead and advise on complex M&A deals, corporate restructurings, and commercial advisory matters for a prestigious client base.

The role demands strong negotiation and drafting skills, extensive M&A experience, and a track record of managing large transactions within a demanding legal environment. A high standard of professionalism and client service is essential.