Overview
Commercial Associate Jobs in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa at Robert Walters
Title: Commercial Associate
Company: Robert Walters
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Our client is a boutique law firm in Johannesburg specialising in Labour Law, Commercial Law and Litigation. They are seeking a skilled, commercially astute and highly motivated Associate to join their Commercial practice.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of 4 years’ post-admission experience, with strong exposure to commercial law. This role requires an individual who is able to manage matters independently, while also collaborating effectively with senior team members on complex and high-value agreements. The ideal candidate is proactive, solutions-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including:
- Service level agreements (SLAs)
- Supply and distribution agreements
- NDAs and general commercial contracts
- Tenders
- commercial leases and property-related agreements
Conducting legal research and providing clear, practical and commercially sound legal opinions
Supporting clients in contract negotiations and deal execution
Liaising effectively with clients, counsel, and other stakeholders
Managing Files Independently, Including
- Timely delivery of work
- Maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism
Minimum Requirements
- LLB degree
- Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
- Minimum 4 years’ PQE in commercial law
Technical Competencies
Key Skills and Attributes
- Strong drafting and technical legal skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Sound commercial judgment and problem-solving ability
- Ability to manage multiple matters and meet tight deadlines
Core Soft Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain client relationships
- Emotional intelligence and the ability to navigate sensitive client and stakeholder interactions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex legal concepts
- Proactive mindset with strong initiative and ownership of matters
- Team collaboration skills, with the ability to contribute positively to team dynamics
- Conflict management and negotiation skills
- Time management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively
- Professional integrity and sound ethical judgment
- Critical thinking and commercial awareness, with the ability to align legal advice to business objectives
Advantageous
Experience In Advising Clients On Corporate Law Matters Including
- Corporate structuring
- Regulatory compliance
- Assisting with and leading commercial transactions