Versatile In-House Counsel (Hybrid) — Strategic Advisor

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Career development

Hybrid work arrangements

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced In-House Counsel to join its legal department in Randburg. The role requires a versatile generalist adept at supporting a dynamic business, advising multiple stakeholders, and ensuring ethical compliance within a hybrid work model.

The successful candidate will handle diverse matters, draft and negotiate agreements, support governance, and contribute to strategic decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 6 years of experience in a corporate/legal setting.
• Broad knowledge of corporate, commercial, employment and regulatory law.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with contract management and dispute resolution.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on corporate and commercial matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Assist in litigation, regulatory investigations, and dispute resolution.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations and company policies.
• Support corporate governance and advise management.
• Conduct legal research and produce opinions/memoranda.

Skills

Drafting & negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Contract management

Dispute resolution

Multi-tasking

Education

Admitted Attorney (SA)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced In-House Counsel to join its legal department in Randburg. The role requires a versatile generalist adept at supporting a dynamic business, advising multiple stakeholders, and ensuring ethical compliance within a hybrid work model.

The successful candidate will handle diverse matters, draft and negotiate agreements, support governance, and contribute to strategic decision-making in a fast-paced environment.