Corporate Commercial Associate/Senior Associate

7 days ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Barter McKellar Full time

Corporate Commercial Associate/Senior Associate Barter McKellar is a leading South African boutique law firm providing bespoke, solutions‑driven legal services that prioritise the unique personal and commercial needs of every client. Our team of highly skilled attorneys brings expertise across a range of legal disciplines, delivering strategic, balanced and commercially‑astute advice. We serve a diverse client base (from individuals and high‑growth companies to large multinationals) consistently going the extra mile to achieve exceptional outcomes. Based in Johannesburg, our firm is distinguished by our emotional intelligence, commercial acumen and unwavering commitment to quality. Role Description Barter McKellar is seeking a Corporate Commercial Associate or Senior Associate to join our dynamic Johannesburg team in a full‑time, on‑site capacity. In this role, you will: Lead and support corporate and commercial transactions Conduct legal research and comprehensive due diligence Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements Provide strategic, solution‑oriented legal advice to clients Manage corporate governance matters and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations Build and maintain strong client relationships while delivering high‑quality legal services This is an opportunity to work closely with clients across industries, contribute to impactful matters and develop within a collaborative, high‑performance environment. Qualifications LLB (required) Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa (non‑negotiable) Minimum of 2 years post‑articles experience in Corporate and Commercial Law (non‑negotiable) Strong analytical, drafting and problem‑solving abilities Excellent written and verbal communication abilities Client‑centric approach with outstanding interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Sales and Management Industries Legal Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Barter McKellar by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr



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