Legal Advisory Consultant
Legal Advisory Consultant Sandton Johannesburg
Are you an experienced legal professional with strategic thinking and commercial acumen? Our client is seeking a skilled Advisory Consultant to provide strategic legal counsel, support governance initiatives, and deliver practical business-focused legal solutions across the organisation.
Salary: Competitive package, depending on experience
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or equivalent
Admitted as an Attorney or Advocate in South Africa
Minimum 5–7 years' post-admission legal experience
Strong background in corporate and commercial law
In-house counsel or legal advisory experience preferred
Strong knowledge of South African corporate and commercial law
Advanced written and verbal communication skills
Excellent analytical and research abilities
Knowledge of POPIA, FAIS, B-BBEE, and King IV Code (advantageous)
Master's degree (LLM) or postgraduate qualification (advantageous)
Experience in M&A or corporate restructuring (advantageous)
Responsibilities
Provide strategic legal advice to management and the Board on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters
Conduct legal research and analysis on complex legal issues
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and contracts
Advise on risk mitigation strategies and legal compliance matters
Support M&A transactions, restructuring, and corporate transactions
Develop and implement legal and governance policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements
Monitor legislative changes and advise on business implications
Support the Company Secretary with governance and statutory obligations
Prepare legal opinions and memoranda on specific matters
Liaise with external legal advisors and service providers
Manage relationships with internal stakeholders on legal matters
Provide legal guidance and training to staff as required
Maintain accurate legal documentation and matter files
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