Senior Real Estate Attorney

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Professional development

Medical aid & life cover

Prestigious client base

Partnership track

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Senior Real Estate Attorney to lead the firm’s real estate practice. You will advise on acquisitions, dispositions, developments, and financing, while managing a caseload and mentoring junior attorneys.

The role requires a SA High Court admission with 8–10 years’ post-admission experience and a strong track record in commercial real estate. You will foster client relationships within Johannesburg's prime business district.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with a valid practicing certificate.
• 8–10 years post-admission experience in real estate law.
• Proven track record in complex commercial real estate transactions.
• In-depth knowledge of SA property, contract, and corporate law.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert counsel on commercial and residential real estate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, leases, and financing documents.
• Conduct due diligence for property acquisitions and developments.
• Advise on zoning, land use, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage litigation related to real estate disputes and transactions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, developers, and financial institutions.

Skills

Negotiation

Drafting

Analytical

Mentoring

Caseload management

Education

Admitted Attorney (High Court of SA)

8–10 years post-admission experience

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious law firm, is seeking an experienced and highly reputable Senior Real Estate Attorney to lead their real estate practice in Sandton . This pivotal role involves advising clients on complex real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, and financing. You will be responsible for managing a caseload, mentoring junior attorneys, and contributing to the firm's strategic growth in the Gauteng commercial real estate sector. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional legal expertise, strong negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of property law and market dynamics in Johannesburg 's prime business district.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal counsel on all aspects of commercial and residential real estate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including purchase agreements, leases, and financing documents.
• Conduct thorough legal due diligence for property acquisitions and developments.
• Advise clients on zoning, land use, environmental, and regulatory compliance issues.
• Manage litigation related to real estate disputes and transactions.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, developers, financial institutions, and other legal professionals.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with a valid practicing certificate.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of post-admission experience specializing in real estate law.
• Proven track record in handling complex commercial real estate transactions.
• In-depth knowledge of South African property law, contract law, and corporate law.
• Exceptional negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Experience in mentoring junior legal staff and managing client relationships in the Sandton area.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and a generous performance-based bonus structure.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and leadership.
• Comprehensive medical aid, group life cover, and retirement fund benefits.
• Access to high-profile legal work and a prestigious client base.
• Supportive partnership track for exceptional candidates.