Senior Environmental Lawyer — Lead Compliance & Strategy

Placements24

Rustenburg

On-site

ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000

Full time

5 days ago
Be an early applicant

A complete application in a minute

Tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Performance bonuses
Health insurance
Retirement plan
Relocation assistance
Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Environmental Lawyer to oversee environmental legal matters for operations in Rustenburg, North West. The role requires advising on national and provincial environmental laws, managing compliance, and mitigating regulatory risks.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in environmental law, with experience in mining and industrial regulation, and a proven track record in litigation and permitting. This senior position supports sustainable, compliant operations in the region.

Qualifications

  • Admitted Attorney with at least 10 years in environmental law.
  • Mining, industrial, and land-use regulation expertise.
  • Experience in environmental litigation and permitting.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert legal guidance on SA environmental legislation including EIAs and waste management.
  • Develop and oversee environmental compliance programs.
  • Represent the company in environmental proceedings and negotiations.
  • Review environmental impact assessments for new projects.
  • Manage external environmental law consultants.
  • Lead the legal function for environmental compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills
Negotiation
Communication

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Lead Environmental Lawyer to oversee environmental legal matters for operations in Rustenburg, North West. The role requires advising on national and provincial environmental laws, managing compliance, and mitigating regulatory risks.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in environmental law, with experience in mining and industrial regulation, and a proven track record in litigation and permitting. This senior position supports sustainable, compliant operations in the region.

Get your free, confidential resume review.

or drag and drop your file here.

Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Lead Environmental Lawyer
Lead Environmental Lawyer

Placements24 • Rustenburg

On-site
ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000
Competitive salary
Performance bonuses
Health insurance
+3
On-Site Mining Compliance Legal Officer – Rustenburg
On-Site Mining Compliance Legal Officer – Rustenburg

Placements24 • Rustenburg

On-site
ZAR 600,000 - 900,000
Medical aid
Retirement fund
Professional development
+3
Environmental & Sustainability Lead – Mining
Environmental & Sustainability Lead – Mining

Placements24 • Mossel Bay

On-site
ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000
Medical aid
Pension plan
Relocation assistance
+1
Mining Environmental Lead: Compliance, EMS & Impact
Mining Environmental Lead: Compliance, EMS & Impact

Placements24 • Klerksdorp

On-site
ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000
Relocation assistance
Health and retirement benefits
Professional development opportunities
+1
Senior Environmental Scientist - Mining Compliance
Senior Environmental Scientist - Mining Compliance

Placements24 • George

Hybrid
ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000
Senior Regulatory Compliance Lawyer – Remote Mining
Senior Regulatory Compliance Lawyer – Remote Mining

Placements24 • Klerksdorp

Hybrid
ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000
Remote work flexibility
Bonus opportunities
Medical benefits
+2
Lead Environmental Manager, Sustainable Mining
Lead Environmental Manager, Sustainable Mining

Placements24 • Stellenbosch

On-site
ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000
Environmental Manager – Mining Sustainability Lead
Environmental Manager – Mining Sustainability Lead

Placements24 • Gqeberha

On-site
ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000
Medical benefits
Pension plan
Professional growth
+2
Remote Mining Law Counsel - Regulatory & Deals
Remote Mining Law Counsel - Regulatory & Deals

Placements24 • Rustenburg

Hybrid
ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000
Mining Environmental Compliance Lead
Mining Environmental Compliance Lead

Placements24 • Stellenbosch

On-site
ZAR 520,000 - 780,000
Competitive salary & benefits
Sustainable mining focus
Professional development
+1