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Senior Associate

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An exciting opportunity for a Senior Associate to join a prestigious international firm. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with partners and clients, delivering expert legal advice and support on a wide range of corporate commercial matters. The successful candidate will engage with high-profile matters and benefit from professional growth within a highly reputable firm.

About:

As a Senior Associate, your role will be pivotal in providing legal advice and support on a variety of corporate commercial matters. You will work closely with partners and clients, understanding their needs, and providing tailored solutions. Your negotiation skills will be put to use as you handle complex transactions and legal issues. Working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, you will collaborate with other team members to deliver the best outcomes for clients.

General Requirements:

  • Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
  • Five or more years of post-qualification experience, with a particular focus in corporate and commercial law
  • Proven experience in corporate commercial law, with a strong track record of handling complex transactions and legal issues
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

What sets this company apart:

The reputation of this firm has been shaped through the consistent delivery of high-quality work, upholding ethical standards, and a strong client service orientation. The firm's Durban offices boast a team of handpicked staff with a dynamic blend of high intellectual standards, coupled with an enviable track record which speaks to a wealth of experience and energy.

Practice areas include Property; Conveyancing & Real Estate; Corporate & Commercial; Intellectual Property; Litigation & Alternative Dispute Management; Leasing & Eviction; Employment Law; Estate Planning & Trusts; Mining & Infrastructure; Tax; Environmental & Sustainable Development; Notary Public; Data, Privacy and Protection.

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Legal, Risk & Compliance

Focus: Private Practice

Industry: Legal

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Location: Durban

Job Reference: RG65WS-49AAAD6B

Date posted: 22 August 2024

Consultant: Angela Reilly

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