Senior Legal Advisor: Venture Capital & PE Deals

Edge Growth; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading growth equity and venture capital firm in South Africa is seeking a Senior Legal Advisor for a 12-month contract. The role involves providing strategic legal guidance across multiple functions, managing legal responsibilities for funds, and advising on deal structuring and negotiations. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Laws degree, at least 8 years of commercial experience, and be a South African citizen. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful investments and innovations in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of post-qualification corporate & commercial experience.
• Completion of articles and admission as an attorney of the High Court.
• A commercial qualification is a benefit.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal guidance and support to investment functions.
• Manage legal responsibilities for three funds under management.
• Advise on deal structuring and assist with negotiations.

Skills

Corporate commercial law

Mergers & acquisitions

Strategic legal advice

Contract management

Education

Bachelor of Laws

Job description

A leading growth equity and venture capital firm in South Africa is seeking a Senior Legal Advisor for a 12-month contract. The role involves providing strategic legal guidance across multiple functions, managing legal responsibilities for funds, and advising on deal structuring and negotiations. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Laws degree, at least 8 years of commercial experience, and be a South African citizen. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful investments and innovations in a dynamic environment.