Corporate Commercial Senior Associate – Sandton
Job Description
Corporate & Commercial Law | M&A | Project Finance
Our client, a well-established and growing law firm with offices in Sandton, Cape Town, and Durban, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Corporate Commercial Senior Associate to join its dynamic Corporate & Commercial team in Sandton.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced legal professional to work on high-value corporate transactions, complex commercial matters, and strategic advisory work while contributing to the continued growth of a respected practice.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert corporate and commercial legal services to a diverse client base and will play an integral role in transaction execution and client advisory.
Key responsibilities include:
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements and legal documentation.
- Advising clients on corporate and commercial legal matters across multiple sectors.
- Managing and assisting with corporate transactions, including:
- Mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
- Corporate restructures
- Project finance transactions
- Drafting and reviewing legal documentation, including:
- Sale of Business Agreements
- Sale of Shares Agreements
- Shareholders Agreements
- Partnership Agreements
- Memoranda of Incorporation (MOIs)
- Commercial contracts and related transaction documents
- Conducting legal research and providing commercially practical legal advice.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, including the Companies Act and related regulatory requirements.
- Managing matters independently while collaborating effectively with the broader legal team.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- LLB Degree
- Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
- Minimum 5+ years’ post-admission experience (PQE) in Corporate and Commercial Law
- Proven experience in:
- Corporate transactions
- Mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
- Project finance transactions
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical capabilities
- Demonstrated experience in client engagement and relationship management
Skills & Competencies
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Self-motivation and a proactive approach
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple matters and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Remuneration
Market Related
Why Join This Firm?
- Exposure to sophisticated corporate and commercial transactions
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced legal professionals
- Collaborative and professional working environment
- Multi-office national platform with strong market presence
- Excellent opportunity for long-term career growth and progression
Interested?
If you are an experienced Corporate & Commercial Attorney seeking a challenging opportunity within a respected legal practice, we encourage you to apply.
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Experience Required
5 - 10 years
Practice Area / Sector
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