About the position
In-House Legal (Temp)
Our client, a leading player in the South African mining sector, is seeking an experienced In-House Legal Counsel / Commercial Lawyer to join their team on a 6-month temporary assignment.
The successful candidate will hold an LLB degree and be an admitted attorney, with at least three years' post-admission experience in commercial law or as in-house counsel. Group exposure would be advantageous, and familiarity with the mining sector's legislation and regulatory framework is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of commercial, corporate, and mining-related matters.
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, including mining legislation.
- Support corporate governance activities, including board and shareholder matters, through the office of the Group Company Secretary.
- Manage disputes and litigation processes, coordinating with external counsel where necessary.
- Advise on mining law compliance, licensing, and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- LLB degree, admitted attorney.
- Minimum of three years post-admission experience as an in-house legal counsel or commercial lawyer.
- Group or corporate experience would be advantageous.
- Exposure to the mining sector and familiarity with relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks preferred.
Key Skills
- Contract Management: Expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
- Corporate Governance: Strong knowledge of governance frameworks, board processes, and regulatory compliance.
- Litigation Awareness: Solid understanding of litigation processes, including instructing and managing external counsel.
- Mining Law Knowledge: Familiarity with mining legislation, licensing requirements, environmental and safety regulations, and compliance obligations.
- Analytical Ability: Skilled in identifying legal risks and providing pragmatic, business-oriented solutions.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
Desired Skills:
- legislation
- licensing
- regulatory frameworks
