Senior Litigation Counsel - Construction & Civil (Bloemfontein)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Medical aid and retirement fund

Generous annual leave

Professional development support

Infrastructure project exposure

Career advancement in Bloemfontein

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Litigation Counsel in Bloemfontein with extensive civil, commercial, and construction litigation experience. The role focuses on strategy development, managing external counsel, and representing the company in court proceedings as needed.

The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of South African civil procedure, evidence law, and contract law, with a track record of handling high-stakes matters and providing strategic legal guidance to senior

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with 8+ years in civil litigation.
• Proven ability to manage external counsel and litigation budgets.
• Strong analytical, drafting and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute litigation strategies for disputes.
• Manage all phases of litigation: pleadings, discovery, motions, settlements.
• Brief and supervise external counsel for cost efficiency and outcomes.
• Represent the company in court, arbitration, and mediations as required.
• Advise senior management on litigation risks and liabilities.
• Conduct legal research and prepare arguments and documentation.
• Oversee investigation of potential claims and liabilities.
• Ensure compliance with procedural court rules.

Skills

Litigation experience

Courtroom advocacy

Contract & construction law

Education

Admission to the High Court of South Africa

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Litigation Counsel in Bloemfontein with extensive civil, commercial, and construction litigation experience. The role focuses on strategy development, managing external counsel, and representing the company in court proceedings as needed.

The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of South African civil procedure, evidence law, and contract law, with a track record of handling high-stakes matters and providing strategic legal guidance to senior