Senior Associate Attorney

Overview

Purpose of the role: Are you a driven and detail-oriented attorney looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated Associate / Senior Associate Attorney to join our company’s legal team. This role offers exposure to a wide range of legal matters and requires someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is willing to put in the hours to deliver excellence.

• Manage and maintain multiple legal matters, files, documents, and court schedules in an organized manner.
• Represent the group in, arbitration, and other alternative dispute resolution (ADR) proceedings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, letters of intent, and legal correspondence (including letters of demand).
• Provide general legal support across various business areas (not limited to a single industry).
• Coordinate with external counsel and regulatory bodies where required.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks while supporting business operations.

• Admitted Attorney with minimum 5-8 years post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Proven litigation experience with strong courtroom skills.
• Solid academic profile and articles completed in a Commercial firm.
• Solid understanding of arbitration and ADR mechanisms.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Analytical depth Identifies risks, not just law.
• Commercially aware and business understanding and acumen.
• Strong organizational ability to handle multiple matters simultaneously.
• Willingness to commit to long and demanding hours when necessary.
• Ability to draft contracts, letters of intent, letters of demand, etc.
• Attention to detail, low error tolerance and strong drafting discipline.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with a structured approach.
• Professional integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while being a collaborative team player.

For more information please contact:
Siphokazi August