Senior Legal Counsel
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South Africa, Johannesburg, South Africa
- Contracts and Procurement, Finance, HR and Administration
- Contract
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Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to support its South African energy and infrastructure projects. This contract role will focus on project financing, mergers and acquisitions, and project development across the full lifecycle. This role is located in Johannesburg.
Job Responsibilities:
- Advise on energy and infrastructure projects, including project financing, mergers and acquisitions, and development.
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and financing agreements, including Engineering, Procurement and Construction agreements, Operations and Maintenance agreements, and Joint Venture agreements.
- Lead legal due diligence and risk assessments.
- Support financial close processes and security documentation.
- Provide guidance on regulatory, contractual, and corporate governance matters.
- Manage external legal advisors and legal risks.
- Support contract management, claims, and dispute resolution.
- Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Qualifications & Skills Requirements:
- Bachelor of Laws degree and admitted as an Attorney in South Africa.
- 5–7 years post-qualification experience.
- Experience in energy, infrastructure, project financing, or mergers and acquisitions.
Key Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proactive and able to work independently.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
- Team player with a collaborative mindset.
To apply for this opportunity please email our exceptional recruitment consultant Angie Scaife at angie.scaife@trssa.com / za.trsadd@trssa.com or apply via the link below.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.
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