Senior Legal Counsel

Recruiter:

Lexdan Select

Job Ref:

CPT000280/Taite

Date posted:

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

800 000

SUMMARY:
Lexdan Select is assisting a Media company with their search for a Senior In House Legal Counsel, based in Cape Town.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities:

Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts.
Regularly review and interpret legislation and provide advice and guidance to the board.
Ensure each division of the company follows all compliance requirements for regulated activities and take action to fix any breaches.
Manage litigation and coordinate external legal services.

Requirements:

Completed LLB and must be an Admitted Attorney.
Minimum of five years’ post-articles experience, with in-house experience within the media, publishing, advertising, technology, or retail industries.
Experience drafting and reviewing commercial contracts.

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