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Senior Legal Advisor - Unlisted Legal

Senior Legal Advisor - Unlisted Legal

Afrizan People IntelligencePretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
13 days ago
Job description

Overview

Are you a seasoned legal professional with a passion for high-impact investment transactions

A leading public sector asset management firm is seeking a dynamic Senior Legal Advisor Unlisted Legal to join their investment legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex high-value transactions across Sub-Saharan Africa including private equity project finance and structured investments.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing strategic legal advice on corporate and commercial matters supporting unlisted investment deals and managing legal risk across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft review and negotiate corporate commercial and finance-related agreements
  • Structure and manage complex unlisted transactions (debt funding M&A project finance private equity etc.)
  • Conduct legal due diligence and provide legal opinions
  • Provide advisory on investment legislation and assist with implementation
  • Manage external legal counsel and oversee litigation or arbitration matters
  • Support post-transaction management processes including disbursements and valuations
  • Provide legal training and supervise junior legal professionals
  • Advise on regulatory compliance including FAIS and competition law

Key Requirements

  • LLB and admission as an attorney of the High Court
  • 68 years post-admission experience in corporate / commercial law ideally in investment or financial services
  • Proven experience in managing unlisted transactions across Sub-Saharan Africa
  • Solid understanding of equity debt and mezzanine structures
  • Excellent negotiation research and drafting skills
  • Strong commercial acumen and the ability to manage complex legal projects
  • EE Disclaimer

    All positions will be filled in accordance with the companys Employment Equity plan. We encourage people with disabilities to apply.

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    Additional Information

    Required Experience : Senior IC

    Key Skills : IT Desktop Support,Flight Operations,Customer Care,Farming,Fire And Gas

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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