Introduction

An exciting opportunity exists for a commercially minded legal professional to join a growing energy and infrastructure business involved in the development, construction, operation and management of large-scale renewable energy projects.

This role is suited to an individual who enjoys being involved in the commercial heart of a business, is comfortable negotiating complex agreements, managing stakeholder relationships and driving transactions through to conclusion.

We are looking for someone who combines strong legal capability with commercial acumen and a practical approach to problem-solving.

Duties & Responsibilities

Lead the negotiation, drafting and management of commercial and project agreements.
Provide practical legal and commercial advice to project, technical and commercial teams.
Participate in commercial negotiations with contractors, service providers, lenders, investors and other stakeholders.
Identify commercial risks and opportunities and provide solutions-focused recommendations.
Manage contractual compliance across multiple project agreements.
Support procurement and tender processes, including the preparation and review of commercial documentation.
Drive contractual negotiations through to successful conclusion and execution.
Lead dispute resolution processes where required.
Engage and manage external legal advisors.
Develop and improve commercial and contractual processes, procedures and governance frameworks.
Support business development initiatives and strategic commercial opportunities.
Work closely with senior management on transactions, negotiations and project delivery.

Desired Experience & Qualification

LLB or equivalent legal qualification.
Minimum 2 years post-articles experience within construction, infrastructure, energy, engineering or project environments.
Strong contract drafting and negotiation experience.
Sound understanding of commercial transactions and risk allocation.
Experience managing construction, EPC, O&M, FIDIC or similar contracts.
Strong commercial awareness and business acumen.
Confident communicator with the ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders.
Able to operate independently in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
Strong attention to detail combined with a practical and solutions-driven approach.

Advantageous

Exposure to renewable energy, infrastructure or project finance environments.
Experience working on large capital projects.
Understanding of commercial project development and transaction processes.

Personal Attributes

Commercially astute.
Comfortable negotiating and closing deals.
Entrepreneurial and hands-on.
Able to build strong relationships across all levels.
Proactive and self-driven.
Solutions-oriented rather than purely legalistic.
Willing to take ownership and get involved wherever required.

What's on Offer

Opportunity to work on major infrastructure and energy projects.
Exposure to high-value commercial transactions.
Broad role with significant stakeholder engagement.
Dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.
Long-term growth potential within a growing business.

Package & Remuneration

R 800 000 - R 950 000 CTC

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