• Minimum 3+ years post-articles experience, ideally gained at a leading law firm, corporate environment, investment house, or audit firm.
• Experience in M&A and commercial contracts is essential.
• Solid understanding of corporate, commercial, and financial aspects of transactions.
• Methodical and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage complexity.
• Outstanding presentation, reporting, and communication skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to think strategically.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint at an advanced level.
• Ability to develop into the role of acting company secretary.

Key Responsibilities

• Initially act as company secretary for one of the group’s underlying businesses, supported by the executive team and external consultants.
• Draft, review, and amend legal agreements.
• Review draft agreements, liaise with external law firms, summarise contractual terms, identify risks, and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
• Engage with external legal counsel on transactional agreements and Competition Commission matters.
• Assist with the implementation of transactions.
• Support underlying businesses with compliance and regulatory documentation.
• Conduct legal due diligence on new opportunities and transactions.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and investors.
• Contribute to commercial research, transaction analysis, and strategic decision-making.
• Prepare presentations, proposals, memorandums, and related documentation.
• Provide ongoing support to the CEO and executive team.

Desired Personal Attributes

• Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and a high degree of accuracy.
• Eager to learn and grow into a broader legal leadership role.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong values of honesty, integrity, and respect.
• Self-motivated, independent thinker with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Passionate about finding practical solutions and contributing strategically to the business.
• Excellent communication skills in English, with a reasonable command of Afrikaans.

Qualifications

• BCom LLB, BAcc LLB, or similar qualification.