Senior M&A Counsel: Lead Strategic Deals & Growth

Placements24; Midrand; Híbrido; ZAR 1.400.000 - 2.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development

Flexible working environment

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is hiring a Senior Corporate Counsel with a strong M&A focus to lead all legal aspects of transactions from due diligence to drafting and negotiation. You will provide strategic legal guidance to senior management and business units on acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings.

The role requires 7–10 years post-qualification experience, SA High Court admission, and deep knowledge of SA corporate and securities regulations.

Formación

• At least 7–10 years post-admission experience in M&A and corporate law.
• Admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Strong negotiation, drafting and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a reputable law firm or in-house legal department.
• Knowledge of SA corporate law, contract law and securities regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage all legal aspects of M&A transactions, including due diligence, drafting and negotiating term sheets, purchase agreements, and ancillary documents.
• Provide strategic legal advice to senior management and business units on acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other corporate restructurings.
• Oversee comprehensive legal due diligence on target companies, identifying key risks and liabilities.
• Ensure compliance with relevant corporate laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Manage external legal counsel engaged for specific transactions or jurisdictions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, including finance, business development, and executives.
• Stay abreast of evolving legal and regulatory changes impacting M&A and corporate governance.
• Assist in the integration of acquired entities from a legal perspective.

Conocimientos

Negotiation

Drafting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Business acumen

Educación

LLB or equivalent

Admission as SA Attorney

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is hiring a Senior Corporate Counsel with a strong M&A focus to lead all legal aspects of transactions from due diligence to drafting and negotiation. You will provide strategic legal guidance to senior management and business units on acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings.

The role requires 7–10 years post-qualification experience, SA High Court admission, and deep knowledge of SA corporate and securities regulations.