Strategic Energy & Resources Counsel (Remote)

Placements24; Richards Bay; Remote; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health benefits

Generous leave

Professional development

High-profile projects

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct seeks a senior Legal Counsel to join its remote-friendly legal team in South Africa's energy and resources sector, offering strategic advisory on complex transactions from anywhere in SA. You will draft and negotiate high-stakes contracts, manage regulatory compliance, due diligence, and governance matters, and provide senior-level guidance to executives in a remote setup.

The role includes a competitive package, health benefits, generous leave, and opportunities to work on

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with 10+ years' post-qualification experience.
• Specialized energy and resources law expertise including transaction advisory.
• Strong drafting and negotiating of complex commercial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on energy sector matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex energy contracts and financing documents.
• Ensure regulatory compliance across environmental, health, safety, and energy rules.
• Advise on corporate governance and regulatory approvals.
• Manage due diligence for acquisitions and investments.
• Oversee litigation management and dispute resolution.
• Stay informed on global energy trends and regulatory developments.

Skills

Admitted Attorney

Energy Law

Regulatory Compliance

Contract Negotiation

Project Finance

Governance

Due Diligence

Stakeholder Communication

Job description

WhatJobs Direct seeks a senior Legal Counsel to join its remote-friendly legal team in South Africa's energy and resources sector, offering strategic advisory on complex transactions from anywhere in SA. You will draft and negotiate high-stakes contracts, manage regulatory compliance, due diligence, and governance matters, and provide senior-level guidance to executives in a remote setup.

The role includes a competitive package, health benefits, generous leave, and opportunities to work on