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Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel

MukuruCape Town, ZA
21 days ago
Job description

Job title : Legal Counsel

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline : October 29, 2025

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What You’ll Do

As a Legal Counsel at Mukuru, you will :

  • Provide expert legal advice across the business, helping teams navigate complex challenges.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Support compliance and licensing requirements in Africa, the UK, and Europe.
  • Identify and mitigate legal risks while enabling the business to scale.
  • Manage disputes, litigation, and relationships with external counsel when needed.
  • Stay on top of legal developments and regulatory changes to keep Mukuru ahead of the curve.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to roll out policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.
  • What You’ll Bring

  • Education : LLB or recognised law degree with strong academic credentials (Essential).
  • Professional standing : Admitted Attorney or equivalent in another jurisdiction.
  • Experience : 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience in corporate and commercial law.
  • Strong drafting and contract negotiation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
  • Excellent communication skills and a pragmatic, solution-driven mindset.
  • Bonus Points for :

  • Experience across African, UK, and European jurisdictions.
  • Knowledge of financial services, remittances, and regulatory frameworks.
  • A tertiary business / commercial qualification.
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