Commercial Legal Counsel - Sandton

Description:

Our client is a fast-growing B2B SaaS startup transforming cybersecurity compliance for businesses
worldwide. Their innovative Compliance-as-a-Service platform simplifies frameworks like SOC 2,
ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, and PCI DSS for startups, scale-ups, and enterprises. Recognized as a
leader in Governance, Risk & Compliance on G2, their customers rave about our platform and
service.
They offer a collaborative, growth-oriented environment with a hybrid work
model, competitive compensation, and benefits that prioritize your professional and personal well
being.

Role Overview
We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Commercial Legal Counsel to join our growing Legal team. In this business-critical role, you will draft, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts, supporting our daily operations while ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations. You’ll work closely with multiple departments, subsidiaries, and external counsel, balancing legal requirements with business objectives to drive success.
What You’ll Do
• Draft & Negotiate: Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize a variety of commercial contracts, including production, sponsorship, licensing, partnerships, influencers, and services agreements.
• Advise: Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice on labor law, disputes, and legal risk assessments.
• Collaborate: Work with internal teams to ensure adherence to contracting policies and procedures.
• Manage External Counsel: Oversee relationships with external legal counsel, including assignments, timelines, and budgets.
• Improve Processes: Develop and refine standard templates, business processes, and internal policies.
• Ensure Compliance: Collaborate with compliance teams to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations.
• Support Operations: Provide ongoing legal support across departments and business units.
• Lead Projects: Take the lead on or contribute to special legal projects as needed.

Experience
• 4-6 years of experience in a high-tech company’s legal department or the commercial/high tech department of a leading law firm.
Skills
• Proven ability to independently draft, negotiate, and finalize complex agreements.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical capabilities.
• Business acumen to balance legal requirements with company objectives.
Language
Native-level English proficiency, as most legal work is conducted in English.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Law from a leading academic institution; qualified to practice law in South
Africa.