Senior Legal Advisor

Bebeecommercial; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Cape Town is seeking a qualified attorney for the Legal Counsel position. The ideal candidate will have 1-5 years of experience, strong commercial law understanding, and exceptional drafting skills. Responsibilities include drafting legal agreements, providing legislative impact analysis, and managing documentation. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package. Interested candidates should submit their application via email.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Excellent Benefits Package

Qualifications

• 1-5 years experience in the commercial department of a law firm or relevant financial institution.
• Strong understanding of CISCA, FAIS, and Financial Sector Regulation Act.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review legal agreements for various business units.
• Analyse legislation impact for clients and business units.
• Manage legal documentation and legal opinions.
• Provide legal risk management reporting.

Skills

Commercial Law Understanding

Drafting Skills

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

Qualified Attorney

Job description

Job Description

An exciting career opportunity has arisen for a qualified attorney with 1-5 years experience in the commercial department of a law firm or relevant financial institution to join our organisation as a Legal Counsel.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review legal agreements applicable to different business units, including collective investment scheme managers and financial service providers.
• Analyse and advise on the impact of legislation applicable to different business units and their clients.
• Draft legal opinions and manage legal documentation.
• Provide legal risk management reporting to line managers and risk forums.

Key Performance Areas : Key Skills and Qualifications

• Strong understanding of commercial law and its application in the Collective Investment Schemes Control Act (CISCA), Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS) and Financial Sector Regulation Act.
• Excellent drafting and analytical skills, with ability to communicate complex legal concepts effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly motivated and organised individual with excellent time management skills.

Benefits

This is a superb career opportunity that offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

If you are a qualified attorney with a passion for commercial law and a desire to make a meaningful contribution to our organisation, we encourage you to apply for this role.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit your application, including your CV and cover letter, to us via email.

We look forward to hearing from you.