Legal Counsel — Corporate and Investment Banking
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Position Overview
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa 
Compensation:
R85,000 - R110,000/month
Position:
Senior
Type:
Job
Practice Area:
Corporate Law
Remote:
Hybrid
Posted:
Deadline:
Dec 31, 2026
Job Description
Standard Bank is seeking a Legal Counsel for its Corporate and Investment Banking division in Johannesburg. The role involves providing legal advice on structured finance transactions, derivatives, capital markets instruments, and cross-border banking matters. You will draft and negotiate ISDA documentation, facility agreements, and security documentation while managing external counsel relationships.
Responsibilities
Standard Bank is seeking a Legal Counsel for its Corporate and Investment Banking division in Johannesburg. The role involves providing legal advice on structured finance transactions, derivatives, capital markets instruments, and cross-border banking matters. You will draft and negotiate ISDA documentation, facility agreements, and security documentation while managing external counsel relationships.
Requirements
Admitted attorney with 5-8 years PQE in banking, finance, or capital markets law. LLB required, LLM in Banking or Commercial Law preferred. Experience with ISDA documentation, structured finance, and JSE listing requirements. Strong knowledge of the Financial Sector Regulation Act.
Perks & Benefits
Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning
Compensation
R85,000 - R110,000/month
Practice Area
Corporate Law
Position
Senior
Education Requirements
Professional degree
Experience Requirements
5 to 7 years
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Standard Bank Hiring Team
Application Deadline
December 31, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
