General Counsel for Investment Firms

2 weeks ago


Sandton, South Africa Sanlam Full time
A Day in the Life

As a Banking and Finance / General Corporate / Private Equity and Fund Attorney, you will play a critical role in providing expert legal advice and risk management services to internal clients. Your responsibilities will include:

  1. Participating in relevant committees and reporting on legal or reputational risks.
  2. Structuring, negotiating, documenting, and managing legal aspects of transactions within a risk framework.
  3. Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating corporate, banking, security, and finance documentation.
About You

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • 5 years related experience as a registered attorney.
  • Excellent risk management and compliance skills, with the ability to coordinate legal projects effectively.
  • Risk, financial, and legal expertise to manage client relationships effectively.

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