Job Description

Crescent Star (Pty) Ltd is a privately held property and investment company with a diverse portfolio that includes real estate and business interests. The company operates through a select team of highly qualified professionals who provide strategic advisory and management expertise to advance its objectives.

We are seeking an

experienced Legal Advisor

with a strong business mindset to provide both

legal and strategic direction

to the company. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO and management team,

guiding day-to-day legal matters

while supporting broader business operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

An Experienced Attorney, with extensive term served at Legal Offices, offering a wide variety of legal advice and skills, who would provide direction to the company on matters, on a day to day basis. Provide legal advice and counsel to the company, reporting directly to the CEO. Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures for internal operation, management, and organization. Advise the company on legal matters involving legal definition, regulations and legislation. Prepare legal documents, such as contracts and agreements. Execute necessary legal documents and records. Perform independent legal research, analysis, and report writing. Maintain constant communication with management, staff and vendors to ensure proper operations of the organization within the relevant legal and business framework Interpret legal implications, regulations and legislation. Assist in the protection of company assets. Ensure legal protection of organizational assets. Providing expert business advisory and directly engaging with service providers or companies in this regard. Document management and administration of all internal items.

Requirements:

Minimum of 5 years post-candidacy legal experience. LLB / LLM / BCom Legal, MBA, Master's degree, or equivalent qualification required. Open to self-employed practitioners. Professional experience as an Attorney, Advocate, Legal Advisor, Corporate Lawyer, or Legal Counsel. Valid attorney's license or equivalent demonstrable experience. Extensive experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and agreements. Excellent knowledge of regulatory and corporate law. Strong oral and written communication skills. Self-motivated, with strong analytical and managerial abilities. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Critical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills. Strong time management and multitasking abilities. Outstanding drafting and negotiation skills, particularly in contracts. Ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team. In-depth knowledge of Islamic Shariah Law (business and private contexts) is essential.

What We Offer:

Fantastic working environment within a forward-looking business. Opportunity to work alongside a highly qualified and experienced team. Exposure to complex corporate and commercial contracts in both conventional and Shariah-compliant contexts.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R20000,00 - R35000,00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:

Bachelors (Required)
Experience:

Post-candidacy legal: 5 years (Required)
Language:

English (Required)
Work Location: In person