In-House Counsel - Contracts

Placements24; Southampton; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Fully remote work structure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled In-House Counsel (Contracts) to join the legal team. This fully remote role supports a dynamic business environment headquartered near Randburg.

You will draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of commercial agreements while ensuring compliance and protecting the company’s interests. Admitted Attorney with 5+ years in contract law, and demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating complex agreements, are required.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with at least 5 years of experience focused on contract law.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of relevant commercial laws and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to risk mitigation.
• Ability to manage a high workload and work effectively in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts (service, supplier, licensing).
• Provide expert advice on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure contracts align with business strategy.
• Develop and maintain contract templates and playbooks for consistency and efficiency.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from initiation to renewal.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Regulatory risk awareness

Risk assessment

Education

Admitted Attorney with 5+ years in contract law

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled In-House Counsel with a specialization in Contracts to join their dedicated legal team. This position operates on a fully remote basis, supporting a dynamic business environment headquartered near Randburg . You will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a high volume of commercial agreements, ensuring legal compliance and protecting the company's interests. This role offers a unique opportunity for a contract law expert to work independently, contribute significantly to business objectives, and enjoy the flexibility of a remote work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including service agreements, supplier contracts, and licensing agreements.
• Provide expert legal advice on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand contract requirements and ensure alignment with company strategy.
• Develop and maintain contract templates and playbooks to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, from initiation to execution and renewal.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of experience focused on contract law .
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of relevant commercial laws and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail and risk mitigation.
• Ability to manage a high workload and prioritize effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement contributions.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A fully remote work structure, promoting excellent work-life integration.
• Involvement in key commercial negotiations and strategic business decisions.