Junior Legal Counsel - Commercial Contracts

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 29,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Mentorship from senior professionals

Medical aid contributions

Pension fund contributions

Paid study leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Legal Counsel to join its legal department in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role offers hybrid working, combining office collaboration with remote work. You will draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and support governance and compliance tasks under supervision.

You will work with senior legal staff to develop templates and improve processes, with a focus on learning and professional development in a growing industrial setting.

Qualifications

• LLB degree or equivalent is required.
• Admission as Attorney or Advocate of the High Court is required.
• 0–3 years of post-qualification experience in corporate or commercial law.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts (supplier, service agreements, NDAs).
• Conduct legal research on commercial law issues.
• Support contract lifecycle management and compliance with policies and legislation.
• Assist with corporate governance tasks and record-keeping.
• Liaise with internal departments to understand contractual needs.
• Review marketing materials for legal compliance.
• Participate in internal investigations and dispute resolution under supervision.

Skills

Contract drafting

Legal research

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

LLB degree or equivalent

Admission as Attorney/Advocate (SA)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing industrial company, is looking for an enthusiastic Junior Legal Counsel to join their legal department based in **Kimberley, Northern Cape**. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or junior lawyer to gain hands-on experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts. The position utilizes a Hybrid working model, enabling a blend of essential office-based collaboration in **Kimberley** and the flexibility of remote work. You will work closely with senior legal staff and business stakeholders, contributing to the company's commercial success. This role is based in **Kimberley, Northern Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts, including supplier agreements, service agreements, and NDAs.


• Conduct legal research on various commercial law issues.


• Support the legal team in managing contract lifecycle processes.


• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant legislation.


• Assist with corporate governance tasks and record-keeping.


• Liaise with internal departments to understand their contractual needs.


• Review marketing materials and external communications for legal compliance.


• Participate in internal investigations and dispute resolution processes under supervision.


• Maintain and organize legal documentation and contract repositories.


• Contribute to the development of standard contract templates and legal process improvements.

Requirements

• An LLB degree or equivalent qualification.


• Admission as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of South Africa.


• 0-3 years of post-qualification experience in corporate or commercial law.


• Demonstrated interest or foundational knowledge in contract law.


• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Proficiency in legal research and MS Office Suite.


• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team.


• Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn and develop legal skills.


• Good organizational and time-management abilities.


• Must be based in or willing to relocate to **Kimberley, Northern Cape**.

Benefits

• An annual salary of ZAR .


• A flexible Hybrid working model combining office and remote work.


• Opportunity to gain broad experience in commercial law within an industrial setting.


• Mentorship from experienced legal professionals.


• Contributions towards medical aid and a pension fund.


• Supportive work environment in **Kimberley, Northern Cape**.


• Paid study leave for professional development courses.


• Annual performance reviews and potential for salary increases.