Junior Corporate Commercial Lawyer

3 weeks ago


Cape Town, South Africa AGC Recruitment Pty Ltd Full time

Our client is a niche law firm based in Cape Town, specialising in corporate and commercial law. They are dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to a diverse clientele, including startups, SMEs, and large corporations. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach and deep understanding of the commercial landscape, which enables us to deliver tailored solutions to our clients.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Junior Corporate Commercial Lawyer with 1-3 years of post-qualification experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in corporate and commercial law, excellent analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of high-profile transactions and to grow within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drafting and Reviewing: Draft and review a range of corporate and commercial agreements, including shareholder agreements, sale of business agreements, and service contracts.
  • Corporate Transactions: Assist with mergers and acquisitions, due diligence processes, and corporate restructurings.
  • Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research on complex corporate and commercial matters to support senior lawyers and provide accurate legal advice.
  • Client Liaison: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their business needs and providing practical legal solutions.
  • Compliance and Governance: Advise clients on regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and best practices.
  • Dispute Resolution: Support the dispute resolution team with commercial litigation and alternative dispute resolution processes as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • LLB degree from a recognised institution; admission as an attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
  • 1-3 years of post-qualification experience in corporate and commercial law.
  • Admission as a conveyancer will be beneficial, but not required.

Apply: www.agclegal.co.za

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