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LEGAL & COMPLIANCE OFFICER - SEA POINT, CPT

LEGAL & COMPLIANCE OFFICER - SEA POINT, CPT

DO MORE PlacementsCape Town, WC, za
7 days ago
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Job Description

LEGAL & COMPLIANCE OFFICER - SEA POINT, CPT

About the Company

Our client operates across large-scale infrastructure, facility management, and public-private partnership (PPP) projects in Southern Africa and the rest of Africa. The work is fast-paced, complex, and impactful — blending commercial, legal, and operational challenges across multiple jurisdictions.

We’re looking for a Legal & Compliance Officer counsel who thrives in a dynamic environment and can grow into a senior role. This is an opportunity to gain first-hand experience working on contracts, compliance, and cross-border infrastructure projects .

What You’ll Gain

Exposure to complex, real-world projects that span multiple countries and sectors.

Direct mentorship from an experienced GM / CFO-level leadership team .

Room to grow into a S enior Legal or Commercial Advisory role .

A performance-based culture that rewards initiative, accuracy, and impact.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft, review, and manage commercial contracts, service agreements, and NDAs .
  • Assist in structuring and maintaining PPP and concession agreements with government stakeholders.
  • Conduct legal research on regulatory, compliance, and operational matters across multiple countries.
  • Support management in negotiations , risk assessments, and due diligence processes.
  • Liaise with external counsel on litigation, land use, and project finance matters.
  • Maintain accurate corporate governance records , company registrations, and board resolutions.
  • Help ensure regulatory compliance (including environmental, customs, and labor law aspects).
  • Review procurement documentation and tender submissions for legal accuracy.
  • Support with cross-border transactions , funding documentation, and investment compliance.

Requirements

  • LLB degree (Admitted Attorney)
  • 1–3 years’ post-articles in-house legal experience.
  • Exposure to commercial, construction, or project law advantageous.
  • Strong contract drafting and document review skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines in a project-driven environment.
  • Comfortable engaging with executives, contractors, and government stakeholders.
  • Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

    • Benefits

    What You’ll Gain

    Exposure to complex, real-world projects that span multiple countries and sectors.

    Direct mentorship from an experienced GM / CFO-level leadership team .

    Room to grow into a S enior Legal or Commercial Advisory role .

    A performance-based culture that rewards initiative, accuracy, and impact.

    Requirements

  • Draft, review, and manage commercial contracts, service agreements, and NDAs.
  • Assist in structuring and maintaining PPP and concession agreements with government stakeholders.
  • Conduct legal research on regulatory, compliance, and operational matters across multiple countries.
  • Support management in negotiations, risk assessments, and due diligence processes.
  • Liaise with external counsel on litigation, land use, and project finance matters.
  • Maintain accurate corporate governance records, company registrations, and board resolutions.
  • Help ensure regulatory compliance (including environmental, customs, and labor law aspects).
  • Review procurement documentation and tender submissions for legal accuracy.
  • Support with cross-border transactions, funding documentation, and investment compliance.
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