Associate Commercial Lawyer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 41,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development and mentoring

Hybrid work model in Kimberley

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Associate Commercial Lawyer to join its Kimberley team, supporting diverse commercial activities with contract management and legal advice. You will draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements while mitigating risk and ensuring compliance.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth within a collaborative team environment in Kimberley.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with 3–5 years post-qualification experience in commercial law.
• Solid understanding of contract law and general commercial principles.
• Experience drafting and reviewing standard commercial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts including service and supply agreements.
• Provide legal research and concise advice to business stakeholders.
• Support senior lawyers in managing contractual disputes and claims.
• Ensure compliance with applicable South African commercial laws and regulations.
• Contribute to development and implementation of legal processes and documents.

Skills

Contract law knowledge

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Drafting & reviewing agreements

Education

Admitted Attorney

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a driven and capable Associate Commercial Lawyer to join their legal team in Kimberley. This role involves supporting the company's diverse commercial activities through expert legal advice and contract management. You will be involved in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, ensuring legal compliance and mitigating risks for the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a developing lawyer to gain broad commercial law experience within a supportive environment, contributing to the company's success in the Northern Cape region with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, including service agreements and supply contracts.
• Conduct legal research on commercial law matters and provide clear, concise advice to business stakeholders.
• Support senior lawyers in managing contractual disputes and claims.
• Ensure compliance with relevant South African commercial laws and regulations.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of legal processes and documentation.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience in commercial law.
• Solid understanding of contract law and general commercial principles.
• Experience in drafting and reviewing standard commercial agreements.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
• Exposure to a variety of commercial legal work.
• A collaborative team atmosphere in Kimberley, with a hybrid work model.
• Chance to contribute to significant business transactions.