Head of Legal (Commercial & Industrial)

Recruiter:

ClarkHouse

Job Ref:

JHB001951/EG

Date posted:

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Legal leadership with real business impact.

We're looking for an experienced legal professional to partner with senior leadership across complex, international industrial operations.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a broad legal portfolio, influencing commercial decisions, major contracts, procurement and supply chain activities, while navigating the legal and regulatory demands of a multi-industry business.

POSITION INFO:
Ideal candidates: Admitted Attorney with strong commercial legal experience. A background in manufacturing, chemicals, mining or a similarly complex industry. Experience negotiating significant commercial agreements and managing legal risk. The confidence to advise and challenge senior executives, with the judgement to balance commercial opportunity and risk. Ability to be full-time office based If you're ready for a broader portfolio and a seat closer to the business, let's talk. --->

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