Senior Legal Counsel: Strategic IP & Compliance Lead

Outsidecapital; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 750 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global FMCG company in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel. This role requires a commercially-minded legal professional to provide strategic legal advice and manage Intellectual Property. Key responsibilities include overseeing marketing compliance, contract negotiations, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have an LLB and 3-5 years of legal experience, particularly in commercial environments. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity for professional growth and operational involvement.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of post-qualification legal experience required.
• Proven ability to advise on Sales, Marketing, and Procurement portfolios.
• Solid knowledge of regulatory compliance in a commercial setting.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary strategic legal advisor to senior management.
• Protect and manage high-value Intellectual Property assets.
• Advise on marketing campaigns and contract negotiations.
• Champion the adoption of Contract Lifecycle Management tools.

Skills

Commercially-minded legal advisory

Intellectual Property management

Competition Law compliance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Job description

A leading global FMCG company in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel. This role requires a commercially-minded legal professional to provide strategic legal advice and manage Intellectual Property. Key responsibilities include overseeing marketing compliance, contract negotiations, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have an LLB and 3-5 years of legal experience, particularly in commercial environments. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity for professional growth and operational involvement.