Senior Legal Counsel - Turnarounds & Recoveries

Affirmative Portfolios; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Gauteng is seeking an experienced legal professional to provide sound legal support in post-investment monitoring, debt recovery, and restructuring transactions. Candidates should have at least 8 years' experience in private equity or corporate finance, strong litigation skills, and an LLB qualification. This role involves drafting legal agreements, negotiating settlements, and managing various legal processes to protect the company's rights and interests. Proven leadership qualities and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years’ experience post articles in private equity or corporate finance.
• Strong litigation, business rescue, and court experience.
• Experience in securities law and insolvency law.
• Ability to prepare legal documentation accurately.
• Strong problem solving and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for investment monitoring and restructuring.
• Negotiate settlements and implement debt recovery processes.
• Address legal matters for investee companies.
• Draft and review legal agreements and documentation.

Skills

Post-investment monitoring

Litigation

Debt recovery

Commercial law

Negotiation

Business report writing

MS Office

Education

LLB

Admitted Attorney

Job description

A financial services firm in Gauteng is seeking an experienced legal professional to provide sound legal support in post-investment monitoring, debt recovery, and restructuring transactions. Candidates should have at least 8 years' experience in private equity or corporate finance, strong litigation skills, and an LLB qualification. This role involves drafting legal agreements, negotiating settlements, and managing various legal processes to protect the company's rights and interests. Proven leadership qualities and attention to detail are essential.