Corporate Commercial Senior Associate – Sandton

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

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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