Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a technically excellent, commercially minded Banking and Finance Attorney to join MBA Inc. as a key member of our team. The successful candidate will advise local and international lenders, borrowers, sponsors, and funders on a broad range of financing transactions, manage deal execution from diligence to documentation and closing, draft and negotiate security and ancillary documentation, and provide regulatory and compliance input relevant to banking and credit transactions.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, negotiate, and finalise financing agreements (including LMA-style bilateral and syndicated facilities), facility letters, security documentation, intercreditor agreements, and ancillary documents.
- Advise on and prepare security structures (movable/immovable, cessions of rights, guarantees, pledges, and registration processes).
- Conduct and co-ordinate legal due diligence for financing, acquisitions, and project finance deals; identify legal, regulatory, and title risks and propose mitigation strategies.
- Draft and provide enforceability/legal opinions and liaise with external counsel in other jurisdictions.
- Keep clients and senior partners appraised of market, regulatory, and precedent developments affecting banking transactions.
- Manage client relationships, attend negotiations, and supervise/joinment junior fee earners.
Requirements
- LLB (or equivalent) and admission as an Attorney in the High Court of South Africa.
- 10+ years post-admission experience in commercial lending, syndicated loans, security documentation, and project/asset finance.
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills with demonstrable experience preparing LMA-style documentation.
- Commercial awareness and ability to structure deals that achieve client objectives while managing legal risk.
- Experience advising banks, DFIs, private equity sponsors, or project financiers.
- Experience in dealing with financial sector laws and regulations, regulatory filings, and fintech matters.
- Experience in dealing with local and international debt and equity capital markets finance instruments, including a solid understanding of the relevant JSE listing requirements.
Qualifications
(This section is skipped as there are no separate mentions of education/certifications beyond the original requirements)
Salary & Benefits
Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and skills and is subject to negotiation. (This section is kept in its entirety, as it was mentioned in the original job description)
How to Apply
If you meet the requirements and are unable to apply via Placement Partner, kindly submit the following to .za:
- Detailed CV.
- Certified copy of Identity Document.
- Certified copies of qualifications.
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
About Other Legal Jobs in Gauteng
In the Gauteng province, the legal profession is a common career path for individuals seeking a challenging and rewarding role. Generally, this field is expected to continue growing in demand as companies require more skilled professionals to navigate complex regulatory environments.
Typically, salaries for legal positions in Gauteng vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. While it’s difficult to provide an exact salary range, broad estimates suggest that junior legal professionals can expect to earn between R400 000 to R700 000 per annum, while senior roles may fetch upwards of R1 million to R2.5 million per year. However, these figures are subject to significant variation and should be taken as rough estimates.
Common skills required for careers in the legal profession include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and writing skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of laws and regulations. Other essential skills often include project management, time management, and collaboration with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is also highly valued.
The legal profession is often employed by various industries, including financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and government institutions. In these sectors, lawyers play a critical role in advising on regulatory compliance, drafting contracts and agreements, and providing counsel on complex business matters.
Career development opportunities are abundant for those pursuing careers in the legal profession. Typically, junior lawyers can expect to progress to more senior roles within 5-10 years of experience, with potential specializations in areas such as corporate law, intellectual property law, or labor law. With experience and further education, professionals may also consider entering academia, entrepreneurship, or leadership positions.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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