Commercial Lawyer - Major Organisation - Johannesburg

Our client is a major ICT business that develops high-technology solutions. 

They are now seeking to make a new appointment to their Johannesburg office with a talented commercial lawyer to head their operation in-country. 

The role will focus largely on commercial legal affairs. The role-holder will also handle compliance issues, dispute resolution, employment and corporate affairs, together with managing external counsel. 

It is essential applicants have been trained with a recognized international law firm and have also gained experience working in an international business environment - ideally in-house with a multi-national company. 

Please check you match the following profile before submitting your CV:

• SA Qualified lawyer
• 4 - 8 PQE
• International law firm and business experience 
• Client-facing experience 
• Adept at building business relationships 
• Proven negotiator with detailed knowledge of commercial, contract and business law
• Construction / ICT / Telco industry backgrounds all compatible.

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