Job Summary Key Responsibilities: Banking & Finance •Advise clients (including lenders, borrowers, and financial institutions) on structured finance, project finance, and general banking transactions. •Draft and negotiate loan agreements, security documentation, and related finance instruments. •Ensure compliance with banking and financial regulations in the relevant jurisdiction(s). •Handle cross-border financing deals and liaise with international counsel as needed. Corporate Commercial •Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts including shareholders' agreements, service level agreements, JV agreements, and procurement contracts. •Advise on corporate structuring, governance, compliance, and regulatory issues. •Conduct legal due diligence and risk assessments for clients. •Support clients with company secretarial matters and corporate restructuring initiatives. Mergers & Acquisitions •Lead and manage all phases of M&A transactions, including due diligence, term sheets, regulatory filings, and post-transaction integration. •Draft and negotiate transaction documents such as SPAs, MOUs, NDAs, and other corporate agreements. •Liaise with regulatory authorities for merger approvals and compliance. •Conduct legal risk analyses and present findings to clients and internal teams. Qualifications: •LLB Degree (Master's in Commercial Law or related field is advantageous). •Admitted attorney in South Africa. •Minimum of 5-8 years post-admission experience in a reputable law firm.
