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Legal Counsel

  • Hybrid
    • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Shared Services

Join a dynamic international team working with cutting-edge Microsoft technology and AI-driven solutions. Experience meaningful growth in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Job description

Founded in 2010 in The Netherlands, AnywhereNow is a global leader in Enterprise Dialogue Management, with a vision to ensure every employee and customer feels heard, understood, and valued. Our portfolio includes Deepdesk, Tendfor, and IQ Messenger. With around 240 employees working from 22 different countries, we partner with over 2,000 leading enterprises, including Mazda, the UN International Organization for Migration, Adecco Group, and the University of Cape Town, to deliver exceptional customer experiences through the power of Microsoft Teams and AI-driven insights.

Job requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Contracting & Project Support

  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts (sales and partner agreements as well as procurement contracts)

  • Advise on risk allocation, liability, indemnity, privacy and security, DORA and insurance provisions

  • Support project managers and commercial teams in contract execution and change management

Claims & Dispute Management

  • Assess and manage claims (both defensive and offensive) arising from projects, delays, or performance issues

  • Lead or support dispute resolution processes, including escalations and litigation

  • Maintain documentation and coordinate with external counsel when required

Corporate & Transactional Work

  • Support corporate housekeeping/governance as well as structuring, negotiation, and execution of collaborations and strategic alliances

  • Provide legal advice on corporate transactions, including intra-group framework, M&A, divestments, and reorganizations

  • Conduct legal due diligence and support integration or separation activities

Compliance & Governance

  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies

  • Advise on anti-bribery, DORA, competition law, export control, and data protection

  • Assist with company secretarial and governance matters as needed

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