Head of Commercial Affairs

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Robert Walters Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional Head of Commercial Affairs to lead our legal and business affairs function in Africa. This role will be responsible for providing strategic guidance on all legal issues, including contracts, regulatory matters, corporate governance, risk management, and competition matters.

The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of commercial law and a proven track record in structuring deals, driving deal making, and contract negotiation. They will also have excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the senior legal and business affairs advisor to the organization's senior leadership team.
  • Lead the negotiation and drafting of key commercial agreements.
  • Develop and implement risk management framework and processes to protect the organization from legal and regulatory exposure.
  • Collaborate with external legal partners and government agencies to ensure the organization's business interests are protected.

Requirements:

  • 15+ years of private practice and in-house experience at a US or EU-based multinational company.
  • Extensive experience working across African legal jurisdictions, with a focus on commercial law, intellectual property, and regulatory matters.
  • Experience in managing high-stakes commercial negotiations and complex contracts.


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