Legal & Compliance Manager

Recruiter:

AFRIZAN

Job Ref:

Legal & Compliance M..

Date posted:

Friday, June 13, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable

SUMMARY:
A highly respected client is on the lookout for a dynamic Legal & Compliance Manager to join their team.

POSITION INFO:

Are you a seasoned legal professional ready to take the lead in high-impact infrastructure and energy projects?

A highly respected client is on the lookout for a dynamic Legal & Compliance Manager to join their team. This is a rare opportunity for an individual with deep expertise in project finance and regulatory compliance to play a pivotal role in driving strategic investment initiatives across complex infrastructure and energy portfolios.

The Role:

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Internal Legal & Compliance Manager will provide strategic legal oversight across all phases of project finance transactions. From contract negotiation to regulatory alignment, this role will be key in safeguarding commercial interests while ensuring best-in-class governance practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver expert legal advisory on complex project finance and investment structures
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including shareholder, EPC, and O&M contracts
Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks in the energy and infrastructure sectors
Proactively identify legal and commercial risks, and lead on mitigation strategies
Manage stakeholder engagement, including legal counsel, financiers, and government bodies
Oversee due diligence processes and advise on potential investments
Support resolution of disputes and ensure alignment with internal corporate governance policies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align legal input with commercial strategies
Lead internal training on legal and contractual best practices

Requirements:

LLB and admission to a recognised legal body (a Master’s in Business, Finance or Commercial Law is advantageous)
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in legal and commercial roles within project finance, infrastructure, or energy
Proven track record in contract negotiation and legal advisory for complex investment transactions
Strong understanding of PPPs, project finance structures, and regulatory frameworks
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure environments with multiple stakeholders

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All positions will be filled in accordance with the company''s Employment Equity plan. We encourage people with disabilities to apply.

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