Corporate Legal Advisor (Barrister-at-Law) – Mauritius

We are seeking a high-caliber Barrister-at-Law in Mauritius with 3 to 5 years of standing at the Bar to join our corporate team. This is a unique hybrid role where you will operate within a global legal framework, providing top-tier legal services for an international law firm, headquartered in South Africa, while acting as a key advisor for an affiliated FSC-licensed Management Company in Mauritius.

Key Responsibilities (non-exhaustive)

Law Firm – Domestic and International Clients

• Corporate & Commercial Advisory: Provide expert legal advice on M&A, joint ventures, corporate restructuring, and other transactions.
• Litigation & Dispute Resolution: Manage any client litigation matter in collaboration with in-house and external counsels (where applicable), both in Mauritius and internationally.
• Drafting & Negotiation: Draft, vet, and negotiate a wide range of international commercial contracts, trust deeds, and constitutional documents (Constitutions, Shareholders’ Agreements).
• Service African and international clients on any legal matters as allocated from time to time by management.
• Legal Research: Stay abreast of legislative changes in Mauritius (e.g., Companies Act, Income Tax Act, and Insurance Act) and their impact on international tax and corporate structures.
• Produce regular thought leadership pieces on Mauritian law and updates.
• Participate in client and internal calls as prescribed from time to time and work in close collaboration with the wider pan-African team.
• Participate as Counsel of Record in International and Commercial Arbitration matters.
• Draw up and present proposal documents for potential clients
• Drafting/vetting: Draft/vet/execute regulatory application documents such as company Constitution, legal certificates and application forms.
• Address regulatory and bank queries on any client applications/MC’s own applications and ad-hoc payments.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Professional Standing: Must be a duly qualified Barrister-at-Law admitted to the Mauritius Bar with 3 to 5 years PQE.
• Education: A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) is required. A Master of Laws (LLM) in Corporate, Commercial, or International Tax Law will be considered a significant advantage.
• Industry Expertise: Proven experience in litigation management and provision of legal advice. Experience in the Global Business/Offshore sector and a deep understanding of FSC licensing and regulatory frameworks will be considered a significant advantage.

Skills:

• Fluency in English and French (written and spoken) is essential.
• Exceptional drafting skills with a keen eye for detail in complex legal instruments.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to provide “solution-oriented” advice.
• Professionalism: Must be a member in good standing with the Mauritius Bar Association and demonstrate the highest standards of ethics and integrity.