Commercial Legal Counsel

Role Overview:
We’re on the lookout for a skilled and proactive Commercial Legal Counsel to join Scytale’s dynamic Legal team in South Africa. This pivotal role involves drafting, negotiating, and managing commercial contracts while ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations. Collaborate across departments, subsidiaries, and external counsel to align legal expertise with business goals and drive success.

What You’ll Do:

• Draft & Negotiate: Handle a variety of commercial contracts, including production, sponsorship, licensing, partnerships, influencers, and service agreements.
• Advise: Provide pragmatic legal counsel on labour law, disputes, and risk assessments.
• Collaborate: Work closely with internal teams to ensure compliance with contracting policies.
• Manage External Counsel: Supervise relationships with external legal partners, managing tasks, timelines, and budgets.
• Improve Processes: Develop and enhance templates, business processes, and internal policies.
• Ensure Compliance: Partner with compliance teams to align with legal regulations.
• Support Operations: Offer ongoing legal support across teams and business units.
• Lead Projects: Spearhead or contribute to special legal initiatives as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: 4-6 years in a high-tech company’s legal department or a leading law firm’s commercial/high-tech division.
• Skills: Expertise in drafting and negotiating complex agreements; excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strengths: Strong organisational, analytical, and business acumen to align legal requirements with business objectives.
• Language: Native-level English proficiency.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in law from a top institution and qualified to practice in South Africa.

Why Scytale?

• Innovative Work: Contribute to cutting-edge products revolutionising security and compliance.
• Career Growth: Access mentorship, courses, and conferences to advance your career.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside inspiring colleagues in a supportive environment.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a hybrid work model and a culture that values personal well-being.

Ready to Make an Impact?
Join Scytale and be part of a global mission to shape the future of security and compliance.

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