About The Role
This is a mid-level role suited to a qualified attorney with a strong background in banking and finance law, ideally gained at a leading law firm. Exposure to M&A transactions, investment funds, or financial services is beneficial. The successful candidate will work directly with senior leadership, with involvement in a range of legal, compliance, and transactional matters across the firms operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Review legal agreements and documents relating to new and existing investments across various funds.
- Advise on deal structures, term sheets, and other investment-related documentation.
- Draft and update legal templates, contracts, and internal correspondence.
- Support fundraising activities, including investor onboarding and fund documentation.
- Provide legal insight during due diligence and transaction execution.
- Manage litigation matters affecting portfolio companies, with input on strategy and risk.
- Oversee compliance with FAIS, KYC, AML, and internal policies.
- Provide company secretarial and board support where required.
- Report on legal and compliance matters to senior management and stakeholders.
- Qualified and admitted attorney (South Africa) with at least 4 years post-qualification experience (including articles).
- Solid experience in a reputable Banking and Finance practice; M&A exposure advantageous.
- Experience with investment funds, financial service providers, or lenders is preferred.
- Litigation background (particularly in debt recovery or insolvency) would be beneficial.
- Strong drafting skills and exceptional attention to detail are essential.
- Familiarity with compliance and company secretarial responsibilities is a plus.
