Professional Support Lawyer

Recruiter:

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

PTA001222/TR

Date posted:

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:

A full-service law firm offering legal advice to UK and international businesses as well as individuals and families is seeking a Professional Support Lawyer to provide specialized legal research, knowledge management, and training support to lawyers, ensuring compliance with current UK laws and regulations.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

Must have a relevant tertiary qualification
Minimum of 5 years working in corporate and/or commercial law practice, either as a paralegal or qualified advocate or attorney will be required
Excellent people skills and a good, clear communication style are required
Being able to prioritize and meet deadlines is essential.
A commercial and pragmatic approach is highly valued.
Must be willing to work UK hours as required

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Reviewing and circulating updates on current and developing issues in the UK corporate law field.
Preparing and collating internal precedent documents.
Assisting with research for client work and internal/external presentations.
Arranging and delivering training sessions on relevant legal updates and “best practice” steps to fee earners.
Assisting with article writing/client briefings when required.
Preparing submissions for legal directories (such as Legal 500/Chambers Guide).
Creating legally binding agreements that outline the terms and considerations of business transactions. These may include service agreements, procurement contracts, and more.
Examining existing contracts to ensure they comply with current UK laws and regulations to identify any potential risks or unfavorable terms for the firm.
Representing the firm in negotiations with other parties to achieve favorable terms and mitigate risks, including making amendments to proposed contracts to better suit the firm’s interests.
Identifying any potential legal risks in contracts and advising on strategies to minimize these risks, thereby protecting the firm’s interests.
Ensuring that all contracts comply with relevant laws and regulations, including industry-specific standards and international trade laws where applicable.
Assisting in resolving any disputes that arise from contractual agreements, either through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation.
Keeping detailed records of all contracts and related documents for reference and compliance purposes.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates

NB! This job is now closed. You can apply for other jobs by uploading your CV.

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) (Stellenbosch)
Location: Stellenbosch
Salary: Monthly
The CFO will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations. Within the property development environment, the CFO will play a vital role in project financing, investment structuring, and long-term capital planning.Education & ExperienceB...
Today

Team Lead (1st Line Support & Client Experience) (Somerset West Onsite)
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
2 days ago

Head of Creative â Marketing Agency
Location: Foreshore
Salary:
Are you a visionary creative leader with a passion for exceptional design, strategic thinking, and team development? Our client, a fast-growing international creative production and marketing agency, is looking for an experienced Head of Creative to lead their Cape Town studio. This hands-on leadership role combines creative direction, high-level design execution, mentoring a talented creativ...
2 days ago

Front-End Developer (Mid-Level)
Location: Foreshore
Salary:
Are you a skilled Front-End Developer who enjoys building modern, responsive web applications and taking ownership of your work? Our client, a dynamic and fast-growing technical agency based in Cape Town, is looking for a Mid-Level Front-End Developer to join their collaborative team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in an independent environment, enjoys solving t...
2 days ago

Financial Accountant
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
Are you a technically strong Financial Accountant who enjoys structure, thrives on accuracy, and wants to make an impact beyond the numbers? Join an innovative organisation where you'll play a key role in strengthening financial controls, improving processes, and supporting strategic business decisions, all while enjoying a collaborative culture that invests in your professional growth.
2 days ago

Facilities Administrator
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
The Facilities Administrator provides administrative, reception, customer service, helpdesk, and facilities support to ensure the efficient operation of client sites. The role acts as the first point of contact for visitors and clients while coordinating maintenance requests, contractor administration, invoicing, procurement support, and general office administration.
2 days ago

NAM 18872 - HR Manager (Freight) – Cape Town
Location: Capetown
Salary: R30K -R40K
HR Manager (Freight) – Cape Town
2 days ago

Regional Maintenance Manager, Western Cape
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
Our client has a vacancy for a Regional Maintenance Manager, for a permanent role, based in the Eastern Suburbs of the Western Cape.
2 days ago

Hotel Maintenance Workshop Technician
Location: Bantry Bay
Salary: Market related
Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on hotel equipment and assets
2 days ago

Junior Actuarial Analyst
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
Launch your actuarial career with a leading financial organisation where you'll gain hands-on exposure to pricing models, data analytics, and actuarial modelling. This opportunity is ideal for a Junior Actuarial Analyst who is passionate about applying technical skills to solve business challenges while developing expertise in pricing, reserving, and predictive modelling within a collaborative act...
2 days ago

Professional Support Lawyer

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Jobseekers

Recruiter

General