Associate Attorney

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Job Ref:

Associate Attorney

Date posted:

Monday, March 10, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R480 000 PA

SUMMARY:
Our client with a legal practice is looking for an Associate, to provide technically sound legal advice on a range of issues; they service one of the largest banks in South Africa. Specializing in commercial litigation; debt collection and insolvency law

POSITION INFO:

The main purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive and effective legal advice in the fields of banking law and commercial recoveries.
Drive legal processes for clients on complex legal challenges and disputes.
Manage High Court and Magistrates Court Litigation including defended actions and opposed applications.
Conduct research into a wide range of commercial law, financial law, and banking law matters and rendering of legal opinions where required.
Due diligence investigations.
Negotiate and finalise settlement agreements on behalf of client.
Vetting and drafting of contracts.
Briefing counsel where necessary and making occasional court appearances if required (Right of appearance is required);
Build, manage and maintain client relationships:
Sound knowledge of the National Credit Act and the Companies Act.
Adherence to internal and external reporting structures.
Proficient on court online and case lines.
Constructive participation in business development as well as all firm related events including CSI activations

Competencies

3 -5+ years’ experience as a practicing attorney
Significant experience from a leading law firm in one or all of the following environments: Banking & Finance, Corporate & Commercial
Good drafting skills
Good interpersonal skills
Effective communicator
Strong relationship management skills
Ability to work effectively in a team

Job requirements:

Strong Academics
LLB degree or an equivalent appropriate legal qualification (preferably an LLM)
An admitted attorney, (ideally within a corporate or investment banking legal environment or reputable banking and finance legal practice)

To apply for this role please send your CV to -REF Associate Attorney LK

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