Senior Legal Advisor – Clsla

Armstrong Appointments; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Legal Advisor to deliver expert legal support across various sectors including franchise retail and property management. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of commercial law, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic business environment. Reporting directly to the CEO, this full-time role entails supervising a junior advisor and managing complex legal matters, offering substantial professional growth and exposure.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with industry leaders

Exposure to a diverse business environment

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in commercial, property, or corporate law.
• Strong understanding of franchise agreements and property regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple legal matters independently.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and reviewing various commercial agreements.
• Chairing disciplinary hearings and conducting inquiries.
• Managing legal compliance and providing risk management advice.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Drafting skills

Legal compliance

Risk management

Education

LLB degree

Admission as an Attorney

Job description

Seeking a Legal Advisor to provide expert legal support across its diverse business operations, including franchised retail, retail property development & management, and other commercial ventures.

This role requires a detail-oriented and business-minded legal professional who can navigate challenging legal matters and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Reporting and Role Details

This position reports directly to the CEO and includes line management responsibility for one junior legal advisor.

It is a full-time, office-based role.

Qualifications: LLB degree or the equivalent and admission as an Attorney. 5-10 years of experience in commercial law, property law, or corporate law. Strong understanding of franchise agreements, retail regulations, and property transactions. Ability to work independently and manage multiple legal matters. Excellent contract negotiation and drafting skills.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Drafting & Reviewing Agreements: Leases, Sale Agreements, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Sale of Share Agreements, Franchise Agreements, Acknowledgements of Debt, and other commercial contracts.
2. Company Secretarial Duties: Assisting in drafting and filing resolutions, maintaining statutory records, and ensuring compliance with company law.
3. Chairing Disciplinary Enquiries: Conducting disciplinary hearings and drafting outcomes.
4. Overseeing Collections & Litigation: Managing debt recovery, litigation strategy, and liaising with external attorneys.
5. Legal Compliance & Risk Management: Ensuring operational compliance, drafting policies, and providing legal opinions.
6. External Liaison: Managing relationships with external attorneys, negotiating fees, and handling disputes.
7. Legal Due Diligence: Investigating legal risks in mergers, acquisitions, and expansions.
8. Legal Research & Advisory: Providing legal opinions and conducting legislative research.

Desired Experience & Qualifications: LLB degree or the equivalent and admission as an Attorney. 5-10 years of relevant experience. Strong understanding of franchise agreements, retail regulations, and property transactions. Ability to work independently and manage multiple legal matters. Excellent negotiation and drafting skills.

Package & Remuneration: Salary based on experience, ranging from Rk to R1.4 million CTC per annum. Exposure to a diverse, fast-paced business environment. Opportunity to work with industry leaders and decision-makers.

Note: A consultant will contact shortlisted candidates.

If you are not contacted within two weeks, your application was unsuccessful. Your CV will be retained for future opportunities matching your profile.