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Legal, Risk & Compliance Jobs

We are specialists in recruiting legal, risk and compliance roles across Africa. In addition to in-house and private practice roles, our market leading legal division recruits for Private Practice law firms and In-House organisations. Our team is made up of former legal professionals and qualified lawyers who have first hand industry knowledge and an understanding in the job market to help make connections between employers and candidates.

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Salary: Negotiable

Location: Rabat

Date Posted: 7 July 2026

Our client is a leading global and responsible investor with US$302+ billion assets under management, five global offices and business investments in 50+ countries. While creating sustainable financial returns, they deliver impact and help find solutions to the world’s biggest challenges. As a business, they aim to double the size of their portfolio over the next decade.
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Salary: Negotiable

Location: Johannesburg

Date Posted: 6 July 2026

Our client is a JSE listed technology company that helps organisations use technology to improve the way they work and grow. They are currently seeking a Senior Legal Advisor to join their organisation.
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Salary: $97,357.60 - $120,480.03 per annum

Location: Cape Town

Date Posted: 30 June 2026

Head of Audit & Risk Location: Cheshire, England Salary:GBP80000 - GBP99000 per annum This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape the Observatory’s risk management and assurance landscape, working closely with senior leaders across the organisation and representing SKAO on an international stage.
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Salary: Negotiable

Location: Johannesburg

Date Posted: 29 June 2026

A leading global management consulting firm is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join its Commercial Legal team in Johannesburg. Reporting into international legal leadership, this role is responsible for negotiating and advising on a broad range of commercial agreements, supporting business stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions, and contributing to the development of contracting standards and legal processes.
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Salary: Negotiable

Location: Stellenbosch

Date Posted: 29 June 2026

Our client is a boutique law firm based in Stellenbosch that specialises in technology, intellectual property, corporate and commercial law. They are seeking a Senior Associate to join their corporate commercial practise.
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Salary: Negotiable

Location: Johannesburg

Date Posted: 29 June 2026

Our client is a boutique law firm in Johannesburg specialising in Labour Law, Commercial Law and Litigation. They are seeking a skilled, commercially astute and highly motivated Associate/Legal Advisor to join their Commercial practice.
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Salary: Negotiable

Location: Johannesburg

Date Posted: 23 June 2026

Commercial Legal Counsel at a globally-oriented organisation with operations across the UK, EMEA, and the US. The role encompasses a range of legal responsibilities, with a primary focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts of varying complexity. In addition to contractual work, the position involves providing legal support on cross-border projects and addressing diverse legal matters in a fast-paced international business environment.
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Salary: TBC

Location: Johannesburg

Date Posted: 23 June 2026

Opportunity: Commercial Legal Counsel at a globally-oriented organisation with operations across the UK, EMEA, and the US. The role encompasses a wide range of legal responsibilities, with a primary focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts of varying complexity. In addition to contractual work, the position involves providing legal support on cross-border projects and addressing diverse legal matters in a fast-paced international business environment.
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Salary: Negotiable

Location: Johannesburg

Date Posted: 22 June 2026

Our client is a rapidly growing international media and sponsorship agency operating within the creator economy. The business partners with some of the world's leading YouTube creators, facilitating sponsorship and brand partnership opportunities with globally recognised brands.
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Salary: Negotiable

Location: Johannesburg

Date Posted: 27 May 2026

Our client is a leading international transport and logistics company. They are seeking a Senior Manager: Legal and Compliance to join their team in Johannesburg.