129 Lawyer jobs in South Africa

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To provide strategic legal and commercial support across the Groups South African operations, with a focus on contractual, procurement, governance, compliance, and risk management matters. The role ensures effective oversight of commercial arrangements, advises on legal and regulatory obligations, and supports key functions to safeguard the Company’s interests, mitigate risks, and enable sound business decision-making.

• Completed LLB Degree is essential
• Computer Literacy (MS Office package) is essential
• Admitted Attorney or Advocate in South Africa is essential
• At least 4-6 years post qualification experience in commercial law is essential
• Experience in the mining industry is desirable
• Experience at dealing with government departments such as DMR, DEAT, DWAF and local authorities is desirable
• Extensive Mining law experience is essential
• Administrative experience in legislative compliance, asset and contract management as well as general administrative functions, preferably within a legal department is essential
• Knowledge of BEE legislation and regulations is essential

• In depth knowledge of Mining Charter, B-B BEE Act and codes of good practice
• Conflict Management and negotiation skills
• Demonstrable commercial legal background
• Knowledge of Precious Metals Act
• Knowledge of Informal Land Rights Act
• Knowledge of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA)
• Knowledge of Mine - and Occupational Health and Safety legislation
• Knowledge of general commercial laws including but not limited to Companies Act, POPI, insolvency law

• Provide legal opinions, draft and review contracts, agreements, and framework arrangements to safeguard the companys interests.
• Negotiate and document terms and conditions to minimise risk, liability, and reputational exposure.
• Advise on corporate governance, Companies Act, compliance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct due diligence on contractual agreements, suppliers, and potential fronting risks.
• Support the business with legal input on HR, IR, training, IT, environmental, safety, property medical matters etc.Draft and review commercial agreements
• Develop, standardise, and implement contract management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Review tenders, procurement strategies, modifications/amendments, breaches, and termination notices.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and operations to align commercial agreements with company objectives.
• Liaise with external legal resources and regulators as required.
• Mediate contractual disputes, propose remedial solutions, and manage litigation risk.
• Monitor changes in legislation (e.g., Companies Act, MPRDA, B-BBEE, Mine Health & Safety, Environmental, POPIA, FAIS, FICA, PAJA) and advise management accordingly
• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial, legal, and compliance risks across the business.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance standards, codes of conduct, and compliance requirements.
• Provide oversight and reporting on supplier diversity, BEE compliance, and enterprise development initiatives.
• Assist with policy development, approval frameworks, resolutions, and ethical standards.
• Support transformation, process optimisation, and change management initiatives to drive business improvement.

IMPORTANT: Short listed candidates may be subjected to a psychometric assessment. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, the Company’s Recruitment Policy, and Employment Equity Plan.

Should you not hear from the human resources department within 30 days after the closing date of applications, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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• Australian market-leading cross-border restructuring, insolvency, and special situations matters across Asia-Pacific
• Mining, Power and Energy Networks, Oil and Gas, Banks, Funds and investment management, Private Equity
• Genuine international career pathways with secondments, global integration, and alignment to the firm's premium client base
• Relocation to Perth, Western Australia, Visa sponsorship opportunity

Join an integrated banking and finance team of 10 led by a partner recognised for advising on some of the most complex restructuring and special situations mandates in the Asia-Pacific market. This team is one of the most internationally active finance and restructuring teams in Perth. The practice is engaged on high-value restructurings, distressed financings, refinancing's, and insolvency-related transactions, with an emphasis on cross-border matters involving Hong Kong, London, Australia, and Europe.

The team operates within an integrated global platform and is strategically positioned to give lawyers a breadth of exposure rarely available in the Perth market, positioning you for the highest end of global opportunities career wise both internally and externally, moving forward.

The role combines technical restructuring, turnaround and distressed advisory with exposure to sophisticated finance elements, including debt refinancing, distressed credit, and enforcement strategies. Clients span leading banks, private credit and debt funds, and major corporates operating across energy, mining, commodities, and infrastructure at the multinational level.

Operating with significant client contact and direct partner engagement, you'll take carriage of some matters directly and contribute strategically to some significant case management. Overall, this will suit someone that is motivated by broadening their breadth in complex international commercial structuring.

About you:

• Bachelor of Laws, strong academics (English Law)
• 5–8 years' PQE, ideally after completing a reputed firm rotation program
• Front-end restructuring and insolvency depth
• Experience in managing complex transactions with cross-border elements
• Commercial acumen, at ease engaging with major financial institutions and corporates

If you would like to explore the finer details, please feel free to get in contact directly to discuss further. Your details and consult will be held in the strictest of confidence.

Felicity McManus – Director

McManus Partners support career moves that elevate. This is our primary purpose. Operating on a national scale, we bring over 20 years' expertise consulting lawyers in their career, a deep knowledge of the legal environment, and the ability to support all practice areas, including Corporate & Commercial, Litigation & Disputes, Property & Real Estate, Environment & Planning, Family, Private & Estates, Workplace, Resources and Infrastructure & Construction.

Job Description
Projects Lawyer
Brief
We are currently looking to recruit an Associate Lawyer with around 3-6 years PQE to join the Finance and Projects team of Pinsent Masons LLP in Johannesburg.

Background
The role sits within the Finance & Projects team based in the Johannesburg office. The team is predominantly active in infrastructure sector projects. Of key importance to the role is the ability to navigate around project agreements, and in particular concession agreements or PPP agreements power purchase agreements, construction contracts and operation and maintenance contracts, equipment supply agreements. The candidate should also be familiar with drafting consortium and / or shareholder agreements, and to the extent that they have acted for public sector clients, drafting of procurement documents. The practice advises mainly private sector clients including developers, consortiums and project companies, sponsors, EPC contractors, operators and industrial suppliers. The team also acts for development financing institutions both in South Africa and in Africa generally on their infrastructure projects in Africa.

In addition to the above, the candidate should demonstrate an understanding of the regulatory environment related to infrastructure and energy projects. The candidate should have a clear understanding of the application of key statutes impacting infrastructure and energy projects such as the PFMA, the PPPFA, the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act, the Promotion of Access to Information Act, the Electricity Regulation Act and other sector-specific policies and statutes.

Pinsent Masons LLP's finance and projects team, led jointly by Claire Barclay and Apicksha Patel, guides clients through the full lifecycle of infrastructure and energy projects. Barclay has experience advising a wide range of clients throughout Africa, including governments, developers, sponsors, and development finance institutions, in relation to construction projects, concession agreements, and public-private partnerships. Patel specialises in infrastructure and energy finance, especially in the transport, renewables, healthcare, education, and accommodation sectors, while Emma Roberts advises public and private sector clients on infrastructure development projects, offtake agreements, and power procurement. Jurg Van Dyk and Rob Morson also stand out for their contributions.

Testimonials from Legal 500
'A diverse team that is both collaborative and very efficient. They are available at all hours to close out on high pressure project financing transactions.'
'Emma Roberts and Apicksha Patel have an unparalleled knowledge of the industry.'
The Candidate Required
This is a dynamic team where every team member can make his or her own mark. We are looking for a Associate to join the team's structure and to take responsibility for leading and managing projects, drafting key project documents and legal opinions, , contributing to the team's business development plans, and supporting the growth of more junior team members by training junior lawyers on how to draft agreements and opinions.

The role is wide-ranging and includes:

• having excellent technical legal skills specifically in respect of the above project agreements and in settling opinions on regulatory issues affecting infrastructure and energy projects;
• leading and managing transactions;
• developing on-going relationships with the existing client base as well as pitching for new opportunities;
• developing close working relationships as part of an international team;
• the opportunity to be involved in work on high profile projects and cross-border transactions on a global scale;
• contributing to our globally read Outlaw e-publication and external publications on topical issues and developments in our markets;
• taking an active role in our business development campaigns, the development of our innovative products and pitching for new work.

The successful candidates will:

• have gained experience in a firm with an established infrastructure and/or energy practice;
• have experience in drafting project agreements as part of large transactions;
• have experience in advising on the South African regulatory environment as it relates to infrastructure and energy projects
• be technically strong and exercise good commercial judgment;
• have demonstrated the ability to supervise and train junior lawyers
• demonstrate experience of acting in a leading role in key transactions,
• being a self-starter and taking responsibility for client service and of managing the transaction and the junior lawyer team;
• be a team player, able to forge strong working relationships with colleagues;
• have interpersonal skills necessary for this client-facing role;
• have experience in business development activities including presenting seminars or training sessions to external parties.

What will we offer you?

• the opportunity to join a market leading team that advises local and international clients on some of the largest most complex infrastructure and energy projects in South Africa and across Africa;
• a collaborative environment where colleagues work together across offices and countries to produce outstanding results for our clients;
• colleagues who are leading specialists in energy and infrastructure law and practice;
• a first class training and career development programme.

Awards
Pinsent Masons won the 'Best Talent and Inclusion' award at The Lawyer Awards 2022 and is the only law firm named in the top 16 most inclusive businesses in Europe by the Financial Times Diversity Leaders Report. The firm is named amongst the top inclusive UK employers for the 16th consecutive year by LGBT+ equality charity Stonewall in its Workplace Equality Index and won the Legal Business 'Law Firm of the Year' award in 2021. Go to to view all of our global awards and nominations.

At Pinsent Masons we value diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating a better workplace where all our talent can succeed and feel like they belong. We want to attract, retain, and develop people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability/ long term condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristics protected by local law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

Note for agents:

• Once instructed all agency CVs should be submitted via the portal and any CVs submitted via our partners will be discounted and will not qualify as an introduction.
• Please note that NQ candidates can only be represented by one agent of their choice regardless of group/team, location.
• If a candidate submits a direct application for one role and then they are introduced by an agent for another, the candidate will have ownership of their own application for 3 months from the date of direct application made.

We are looking for a highly skilled Tax Lawyer to join our in-house legal and finance team in a full time remote capacity. In this role, you will provide expert guidance on corporate tax matters, cross-border structuring, regulatory compliance, and transfer pricing for a global business. You will support strategic decision-making across business units and help ensure the group’s operations remain aligned with international tax frameworks and best practices.

• Provide legal advice on corporate tax planning, including international structuring, intercompany transactions, and financing arrangements.

• Support the design and implementation of tax-efficient structures for holding, financing, and intellectual property operations across jurisdictions.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external advisors on mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations.

• Ensure compliance with international tax regulations including BEPS, FATCA, CRS, DAC6, and related disclosure obligations.

• Identify tax risks, advise on mitigation strategies, and maintain internal compliance frameworks.

• Represent the company in discussions with tax authorities regarding audits, rulings, or regulatory changes.

• Maintain transfer pricing policies in line with OECD Guidelines.

• Oversee the preparation and review of master files, local files, and benchmarking reports.

• Assist in the defense of transfer pricing positions during reviews or audits.

• Work closely with legal, finance, treasury, and business operations to ensure tax matters are integrated into corporate strategy.

• Translate complex tax rules into practical guidance for business leaders and operational teams.

JOIN THE SINGULARITY LPO TEAM

Are you a qualified lawyer from South Africa with expertise in commercial property law? Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills and contribute to a dynamic legal practice? Singularity LPO, in collaboration with TP Legal Solicitors, is currently seeking a contractor to join our team and work on behalf of TP Legal Solicitors.

POSITION: Commercial Property Law Consultant (3 days per week)

Singularity LPO is a leading legal process outsourcing firm, dedicated to providing high-quality legal services. We have partnered with TP Legal Solicitors, a forward-thinking and dynamic law firm offering a range of legal services, to fill a legal consultant position within their Commercial Property team.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide support to TP Legal Solicitors' fee earners in the Commercial Property team, under supervision.

Undertake certain elements of fee-earning work as required, with guidance and oversight.

In particular:

Manage client files and handle client care correspondence.
Attend meetings and take detailed notes.
Obtain necessary title documents.
Submit searches on behalf of clients.
Prepare Stamp Duty forms.
Create completion statements and invoices.
Complete all necessary accounts forms and have a good understanding of client ledgers.
Prepare Land Registry applications and handle any requisitions that may arise.
Assist in producing initial drafts of contracts, transfer deeds, and leases, with guidance from TP Legal Solicitors' fee earners.
Prepare comprehensive replies to Commercial Property Standard Enquiries.
Manage pre-completion requisitions efficiently.
Draft, review, and revise a variety of commercial property legal documents, including leases, licenses, rent deposits, deeds, option agreements, transfers, share purchase agreements, and asset purchase agreements.

Conduct thorough legal research and provide accurate advice to clients.

Collaborate closely with senior members of the team to handle complex cases.

Foster strong relationships with clients, ensuring excellent client service and satisfaction.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

Fully qualified lawyer from South Africa, specialized in property law.

Excellent attention to detail and exceptional communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure.

WHAT WE OFFER

As a contractor working on behalf of TP Legal Solicitors through Singularity LPO, you can expect a competitive remuneration package for your services. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, where your skills and contributions are highly valued.

If you are an ambitious and skilled lawyer from South Africa, excited about the prospect of making a significant impact within a dynamic legal practice, we encourage you to apply. Join the Singularity LPO team and help shape the future of legal services.

JOIN THE SINGULARITY LPO TEAM

Are you a qualified lawyer from South Africa with expertise in commercial property law? Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills and contribute to a dynamic legal practice? Singularity LPO, in collaboration with TP Legal Solicitors, is currently seeking a contractor to join our team and work on behalf of TP Legal Solicitors.

POSITION: Commercial Property Law Consultant (3 days per week)

Singularity LPO is a leading legal process outsourcing firm, dedicated to providing high-quality legal services. We have partnered with TP Legal Solicitors, a forward-thinking and dynamic law firm offering a range of legal services, to fill a legal consultant position within their Commercial Property team.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide support to TP Legal Solicitors' fee earners in the Commercial Property team, under supervision.

Undertake certain elements of fee-earning work as required, with guidance and oversight.

In particular:

Manage client files and handle client care correspondence.
Attend meetings and take detailed notes.
Obtain necessary title documents.
Submit searches on behalf of clients.
Prepare Stamp Duty forms.
Create completion statements and invoices.
Complete all necessary accounts forms and have a good understanding of client ledgers.
Prepare Land Registry applications and handle any requisitions that may arise.
Assist in producing initial drafts of contracts, transfer deeds, and leases, with guidance from TP Legal Solicitors' fee earners.
Prepare comprehensive replies to Commercial Property Standard Enquiries.
Manage pre-completion requisitions efficiently.
Draft, review, and revise a variety of commercial property legal documents, including leases, licenses, rent deposits, deeds, option agreements, transfers, share purchase agreements, and asset purchase agreements.

Conduct thorough legal research and provide accurate advice to clients.

Collaborate closely with senior members of the team to handle complex cases.

Foster strong relationships with clients, ensuring excellent client service and satisfaction.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

Fully qualified lawyer from South Africa, specialized in property law.

Excellent attention to detail and exceptional communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure.

WHAT WE OFFER

As a contractor working on behalf of TP Legal Solicitors through Singularity LPO, you can expect a competitive remuneration package for your services. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, where your skills and contributions are highly valued.

If you are an ambitious and skilled lawyer from South Africa, excited about the prospect of making a significant impact within a dynamic legal practice, we encourage you to apply. Join the Singularity LPO team and help shape the future of legal services.

JOIN THE SINGULARITY LPO TEAM

Are you a qualified lawyer from South Africa with expertise in commercial property law? Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills and contribute to a dynamic legal practice? Singularity LPO, in collaboration with TP Legal Solicitors, is currently seeking a contractor to join our team and work on behalf of TP Legal Solicitors.

POSITION: Commercial Property Law Consultant (3 days per week)

Singularity LPO is a leading legal process outsourcing firm, dedicated to providing high-quality legal services. We have partnered with TP Legal Solicitors, a forward-thinking and dynamic law firm offering a range of legal services, to fill a legal consultant position within their Commercial Property team.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide support to TP Legal Solicitors' fee earners in the Commercial Property team, under supervision.

Undertake certain elements of fee-earning work as required, with guidance and oversight.

In particular:

Manage client files and handle client care correspondence.
Attend meetings and take detailed notes.
Obtain necessary title documents.
Submit searches on behalf of clients.
Prepare Stamp Duty forms.
Create completion statements and invoices.
Complete all necessary accounts forms and have a good understanding of client ledgers.
Prepare Land Registry applications and handle any requisitions that may arise.
Assist in producing initial drafts of contracts, transfer deeds, and leases, with guidance from TP Legal Solicitors' fee earners.
Prepare comprehensive replies to Commercial Property Standard Enquiries.
Manage pre-completion requisitions efficiently.
Draft, review, and revise a variety of commercial property legal documents, including leases, licenses, rent deposits, deeds, option agreements, transfers, share purchase agreements, and asset purchase agreements.

Conduct thorough legal research and provide accurate advice to clients.

Collaborate closely with senior members of the team to handle complex cases.

Foster strong relationships with clients, ensuring excellent client service and satisfaction.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

Fully qualified lawyer from South Africa, specialized in property law.

Excellent attention to detail and exceptional communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure.

WHAT WE OFFER

As a contractor working on behalf of TP Legal Solicitors through Singularity LPO, you can expect a competitive remuneration package for your services. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, where your skills and contributions are highly valued.

If you are an ambitious and skilled lawyer from South Africa, excited about the prospect of making a significant impact within a dynamic legal practice, we encourage you to apply. Join the Singularity LPO team and help shape the future of legal services.

JOIN THE SINGULARITY LPO TEAM

Are you a qualified lawyer from South Africa with expertise in commercial property law? Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills and contribute to a dynamic legal practice? Singularity LPO, in collaboration with TP Legal Solicitors, is currently seeking a contractor to join our team and work on behalf of TP Legal Solicitors.

POSITION: Commercial Property Law Consultant (3 days per week)

Singularity LPO is a leading legal process outsourcing firm, dedicated to providing high-quality legal services. We have partnered with TP Legal Solicitors, a forward-thinking and dynamic law firm offering a range of legal services, to fill a legal consultant position within their Commercial Property team.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide support to TP Legal Solicitors' fee earners in the Commercial Property team, under supervision.

Undertake certain elements of fee-earning work as required, with guidance and oversight.

In particular:

Manage client files and handle client care correspondence.
Attend meetings and take detailed notes.
Obtain necessary title documents.
Submit searches on behalf of clients.
Prepare Stamp Duty forms.
Create completion statements and invoices.
Complete all necessary accounts forms and have a good understanding of client ledgers.
Prepare Land Registry applications and handle any requisitions that may arise.
Assist in producing initial drafts of contracts, transfer deeds, and leases, with guidance from TP Legal Solicitors' fee earners.
Prepare comprehensive replies to Commercial Property Standard Enquiries.
Manage pre-completion requisitions efficiently.
Draft, review, and revise a variety of commercial property legal documents, including leases, licenses, rent deposits, deeds, option agreements, transfers, share purchase agreements, and asset purchase agreements.

Conduct thorough legal research and provide accurate advice to clients.

Collaborate closely with senior members of the team to handle complex cases.

Foster strong relationships with clients, ensuring excellent client service and satisfaction.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

Fully qualified lawyer from South Africa, specialized in property law.

Excellent attention to detail and exceptional communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure.

WHAT WE OFFER

As a contractor working on behalf of TP Legal Solicitors through Singularity LPO, you can expect a competitive remuneration package for your services. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, where your skills and contributions are highly valued.

If you are an ambitious and skilled lawyer from South Africa, excited about the prospect of making a significant impact within a dynamic legal practice, we encourage you to apply. Join the Singularity LPO team and help shape the future of legal services.

JOIN THE SINGULARITY LPO TEAM

Are you a qualified lawyer from South Africa with expertise in commercial property law? Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills and contribute to a dynamic legal practice? Singularity LPO, in collaboration with TP Legal Solicitors, is currently seeking a contractor to join our team and work on behalf of TP Legal Solicitors.

POSITION: Commercial Property Law Consultant (3 days per week)

Singularity LPO is a leading legal process outsourcing firm, dedicated to providing high-quality legal services. We have partnered with TP Legal Solicitors, a forward-thinking and dynamic law firm offering a range of legal services, to fill a legal consultant position within their Commercial Property team.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide support to TP Legal Solicitors' fee earners in the Commercial Property team, under supervision.

Undertake certain elements of fee-earning work as required, with guidance and oversight.

In particular:

Manage client files and handle client care correspondence.
Attend meetings and take detailed notes.
Obtain necessary title documents.
Submit searches on behalf of clients.
Prepare Stamp Duty forms.
Create completion statements and invoices.
Complete all necessary accounts forms and have a good understanding of client ledgers.
Prepare Land Registry applications and handle any requisitions that may arise.
Assist in producing initial drafts of contracts, transfer deeds, and leases, with guidance from TP Legal Solicitors' fee earners.
Prepare comprehensive replies to Commercial Property Standard Enquiries.
Manage pre-completion requisitions efficiently.
Draft, review, and revise a variety of commercial property legal documents, including leases, licenses, rent deposits, deeds, option agreements, transfers, share purchase agreements, and asset purchase agreements.

Conduct thorough legal research and provide accurate advice to clients.

Collaborate closely with senior members of the team to handle complex cases.

Foster strong relationships with clients, ensuring excellent client service and satisfaction.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

Fully qualified lawyer from South Africa, specialized in property law.

Excellent attention to detail and exceptional communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure.

WHAT WE OFFER

As a contractor working on behalf of TP Legal Solicitors through Singularity LPO, you can expect a competitive remuneration package for your services. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, where your skills and contributions are highly valued.

If you are an ambitious and skilled lawyer from South Africa, excited about the prospect of making a significant impact within a dynamic legal practice, we encourage you to apply. Join the Singularity LPO team and help shape the future of legal services.