Corporate Commercial Director | Johannesburg

back Job Mandates Corporate Commercial Director | Johannesburg Andiswa Njakazi published August 3, 2026 A leading Johannesburg firm is seeking a commercially-driven director to lead and manage its corporate and commercial transactions. This is an opportunity to run your own book of business within a structured, well-resourced firm. PRACTICE AREA Corporate & commercial law, commercial contractsPQE 10+ yearsLEVEL Director ‍ LOCATION JohannesburgREPORTING TO Managing partner WHY THS COULD BE THE IDEAL ROLE FOR YOU Competitive remuneration structure designed to retain and reward high performers. 2. Director designation with real influence over the practice and its strategic direction. 3. Genuine autonomy and entrepreneurial opportunity. 4. Platform to run your own book of business within a structured, well-resourced firm. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage complex corporate and commercial transactions from inception through to close. 2. Provide strategic legal advice to a diverse portfolio of corporate and institutional clients. 3. Drive business development by building and maintaining client relationships at senior level. 4. Mentor junior practitioners and contribute to the firm's practice group leadership. Requirements Admitted attorney with 10+ years of experience in corporate and commercial law. 2. Proven track record advising on M&A, joint ventures, or major commercial contracts. 3. Ability to independently run a full practice and manage client relationships. 4. Director-level seniority with the standing to operate at executive level. Key Skills Transaction management from start to finish. 2. Client development and business origination. 3. Commercial contract drafting and negotiation. 4. Team leadership and mentoring junior lawyers. 5. Strategic advisory across industries. CULTURE Commercially driven with a genuine interest in growing a practice. 2. Collaborative team player who also works well independently. 3. Ambitious, professional, and comfortable in a high-performance environment. If you are interested in the role, please send your CV and a cover letter to aphiwe@thegrmgroup.com. ‍ ‍ ‍ learn more Close Download the report First name * Last name * Email * phone number Company Job Title I agree to receive marketing emails from The GRM Group. Thanks for your submission, download the report below. download Close Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form. Choose your location book now Close Share this post Copied No items found. Andiswa Njakazi Head of Umbiie Job Mandates Click here and watch the videos. Your new start is just around the corner. READ MORE Baraza Events We host some of the most innovative and market leading events, for the Legal Industry, across many emerging markets. READ MORE Nabii Intel Our research reports bring your commercial decision making to life. Through a vast network of research experts in over 40 countries, we bring you data and analysis that helps you make informed business decisions. READ MORE Articles Our articles offer insight by thought leaders from across legal markets in Africa, Asia and other developing economies. READ MORE back Job Mandates Corporate Commercial Director | Johannesburg Andiswa Njakazi published August 3, 2026 Job Mandates Click here and watch the videos. Your new start is just around the corner. READ MORE Baraza Events We host some of the most innovative and market leading events, for the Legal Industry, across many emerging markets. READ MORE Nabii Intel Our research reports bring your commercial decision making to life. Through a vast network of research experts in over 40 countries, we bring you data and analysis that helps you make informed business decisions. READ MORE Articles Our articles offer insight by thought leaders from across legal markets in Africa, Asia and other developing economies. READ MORE