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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: 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.
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Salary: TBC

Location: Pretoria

Date Posted: 26 May 2026

A leading South African property and home finance group is hiring a General Counsel (GC) to lead its legal function and serve on the Leadership Council, reporting to the Deputy CEO and Board.
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Salary: Negotiable

Location: Cape Town

Date Posted: 12 March 2025

Our client is a collective investment scheme in property which aims to provide investors with sustainable income. They are seeking an AML/KYC Specialist to join their company. The successful candidate will be advising on all legal matters relating to the prevention and detection of money laundering and the financing of terrorism.
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Salary: Negotiable

Location: Cape Town

Date Posted: 12 March 2025

Our client is a collective investment scheme in property which aims to provide investors with sustainable income. They are searching for an Executive Assistant/Legal Secretary who will serve as a key partner to the Executive Director, providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. They will manage complex schedules, facilitate communication, and coordinate critical business activities.