[Hiring] Commercial Lawyer @Hemisphere Talent Solutions

Role Description

A fast-growing, international AdTech business is looking for a commercial lawyer to join its in-house legal team. You'll be the go-to adviser on the contracts that drive revenue and partnerships, working directly with sales, product, and leadership. Advertising or marketing experience is a plus, but strong commercial lawyers from any sector are encouraged to apply.

Duties & Responsibilities

What you'll do:

• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including customer, supplier, partnership, licensing, SaaS, and data-sharing contracts.
• Support the sales team on deal terms, redlines, and escalations, keeping deals moving without losing sight of risk.
• Advise on advertising and marketing arrangements, such as insertion orders, agency and publisher agreements, and platform terms.
• Work with the privacy team on data protection clauses, DPAs, and data transfer mechanisms.
• Build and maintain templates, playbooks, and negotiation guidance so the business can self-serve on routine matters.
• Advise on general commercial issues, including liability, IP, consumer, and competition questions.
• Manage external counsel where needed, keeping work on budget and on time.
• Contribute to wider legal projects as the business grows, including new products, markets, and policies.

Qualifications

What you'll bring:

• A qualified solicitor or attorney with 3–4 years' PQE in commercial law [England & Wales or another common law jurisdiction].
• Experience gained in a law firm, in-house, or both.
• A strong track record of drafting and negotiating commercial contracts with minimal supervision.
• Sound working knowledge of data protection law, such as UK GDPR or EU GDPR.
• A practical, commercial approach: you find workable solutions and explain risk in plain language.
• The confidence to work directly with senior, non-legal stakeholders and push back when needed.
• Strong organisation, with the ability to manage a busy, varied workload against tight deadlines.

Nice to have

• Experience in advertising, marketing, media, or AdTech, whether for brands, agencies, publishers, or platforms.
• Familiarity with advertising regulation, such as the CAP Code, ASA rulings, or equivalent rules in other markets.
• Exposure to online tracking, cookies, and consent rules, such as PECR or the ePrivacy Directive.
• Experience in technology, SaaS, or other fast-paced, high-growth businesses.
• An interest in how digital advertising works and where the industry is heading.

Package & Remuneration

R45,000 to R55,000.