Senior Legal Counsel, Remote — Corporate & Contracts

Placements24; Paarl; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work setup

Home office stipend

Professional development opportunities

Access to legal tech resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join a remote-first global legal team. The role focuses on corporate governance, contract negotiation, and risk management across diverse business operations.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, capable of handling multiple priorities, and can contribute to strategic decision-making from a virtual setting. The position requires SA admission, 7–10 years post-qualification experience in corporate law, and a track record in negotiating complex

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent from a reputable institution.
• Admitted to practice in South Africa is essential.
• 7–10 years post-qualification experience in corporate law, ideally in a multinational or top-tier firm.
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation experience.
• Experience in governance and compliance matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to convey complex legal concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice to senior management on governance, contracts, IP, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements and partnerships.
• Perform legal research to anticipate and mitigate risks.
• Develop and implement policies to ensure legal compliance.
• Manage external counsel engagements for cost-effectiveness and quality.
• Support M&A activities, due diligence, and integration where needed.
• Monitor regulatory developments and advise on business impact.
• Collaborate with remote cross-functional teams and ensure accurate legal documentation.

Skills

Corporate governance

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Risk management

Legal research

Communication

Education

LLB or equivalent

Tools

Legal tech tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join a remote-first global legal team. The role focuses on corporate governance, contract negotiation, and risk management across diverse business operations.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, capable of handling multiple priorities, and can contribute to strategic decision-making from a virtual setting. The position requires SA admission, 7–10 years post-qualification experience in corporate law, and a track record in negotiating complex