CAREERS
Commercial / Litigation Attorney
Job Description:
Job Title: Commercial / Litigation Attorney
Location: Mahumani Incorporated, Polokwane Office
About the Role:
Mahumani Incorporated is seeking a skilled Commercial Attorney to join our dynamic team in Polokwane. If you have a flair for figures, a strong business acumen, and expertise in commercial and high court litigation, we want to hear from you!
Commercial litigation and high court litigation a flair for figures and good business understanding. Familiar with invoicing system (AJS). To collect and recover municipal assessment rates and service charges and to provide a general litigation service.
Applications for this job closes on Wednesday 14 August 2024.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Consulting and managing all corporate legal processes.
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Contract drafting , revision and management
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Legal service coordination
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Drafting and typing of all legal and other documents, correspondence and reports as required by client.
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Consult and handle all corporate legal processes (e.g. intellectual property, mergers & acquisitions, financial/securities offerings, compliance issues, transactions, agreements, lawsuits, patents)
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Billing and Invoicing.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
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LLB Admitted attorney/Practicing attorney/Right of appearance
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3-5 years Commercial law experience (*Must have)
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2-3 years of Third-Party litigation experience (*Must have)
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Strong understanding of relevant laws, regulations and legal precedents.
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AJS, Caseline, and Court Online knowledge Must have
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Must be Fluent in English, Xitsonga,Sotho and Zulu
LEGAL RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
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Research, anticipate and guard company against legal risks.
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Guide managers and ensure compliance with rules and regulations
DEVELOP AND RETAIN NEW BUSINESS
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Attending Court
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Advise clients on all areas of commercial law.
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Build trust with clients to foster long-lasting business relationships.
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Lead merger processes and regulatory actions.
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Legal support to clients and head of department
ATTRIBUTES/ATTITUDE & COMPETENCIES
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Management skills,goal orientated and target driven
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With a stable employment record and contactable references a must
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Willing to commit to a minimum of 2 year employment at company
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Team player with high integrity, values, and a positive attitude
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Must be an intelligent thinker (Good analytical skills)
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Must have excellent written and verbal communication and negotiations skills
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Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO MEET THE EXPECTED REQUIREMENTS AS PER ADVERT
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO ALL RACES AND GENDER