About the position
Legal Advisor – Remote (South Africa)
Reports To: Chief IP and Legal Officer
Location: Remote – South Africa
Hire Resolve's Client are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Legal Advisor to join our legal team and support the Chief IP and Legal Officer. This dynamic role focuses on legal operations, commercial contract negotiation, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal policies. You will collaborate closely with internal teams—especially Sales—and contribute to various legal and compliance initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial contracts, including software licensing and data agreements
- Provide administrative support and maintain the contract management system
- Maintain and enhance contract templates and legal process documentation
- Assist with general legal administration and documentation
- Support the Chief IP and Legal Officer with litigation, trademarks, employment law, and corporate governance
- Help develop and implement legal and compliance policies
- Ensure ongoing compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR)
- Conduct legal research and monitor relevant legislative/regulatory changes
- Liaise with internal stakeholders and external counsel as required
Qualifications & RequirementsEducation
- LLB degree (required)
- LLM in Commercial or International Law (advantageous)
- Admitted Attorney (preferred but not essential)
Experience
- 2–5 years’ post-qualification legal experience in a corporate or in-house environment
- At least 1–2 years working with international commercial contracts, especially SaaS or software licensing
Skills
- Deep understanding of data privacy laws (POPIA, GDPR, etc.)
- Strong contract drafting and negotiation abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
- Salary: negotiable.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
Desired Skills:
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- Legal Advisor - Remote
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