Legal Officer (Corporate Governance & Advisory)

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a motivated, analytical and technically minded Legal Officer to join our client's accounting and advisory firm.

This role offers exposure to a broad range of functions, including corporate governance, company secretarial services, statutory compliance, trusts, HR, mergers and acquisitions, legal documentation and client advisory.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements: LLB or B.Com Law Degree. Completed articles (preferable, but not essential) or newly Admitted Attorney. Key Responsibilities: Corporate governance and company secretarial services for companies, corporations and trusts. Maintain statutory records and ensure compliance with applicable legislation. Prepare Board resolutions, minutes and other corporate documentation. Draft and review basic agreements and legal correspondence. Assist with trusts, HR matters, corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions. Conduct legal research and assist with advisory matters. Support client services and provide practical solutions to legal and corporate queries. Take ownership of assigned matters and manage them with increasing independence. The Person We Are Looking For: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and approach challenges logically. Willingness to learn and the ability to grasp new and complex concepts quickly and apply knowledge practically and independently. Excellent time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and multiple projects efficiently. A commitment to accuracy, quality and consistency across all tasks and deliverables. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders. A proactive approach, with the ability to take ownership of responsibilities and work independently. The ability to assess situations, identify potential risks and recognise when guidance or escalation is required. A genuine desire to deepen technical knowledge, understand the commercial context and develop professionally. Career Development: This is an opportunity to build a career, not simply fill a position. The successful candidate will gain exposure to diverse legal, corporate and advisory functions, with ongoing mentorship and the opportunity to grow in technical expertise, responsibility and professional judgement.