Remote Contracts Lawyer

Placements24; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Home office allowance

Connectivity allowance

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proficient Contracts Lawyer to join our legal team on a fully remote basis, with administrative ties to East London. You will draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, provide expert legal advice on terms, risks, and obligations, and ensure contracts align with company policies.

The ideal candidate is admitted in SA High Court, has at least five years of contract law experience, and can work independently with minimal supervision while coordinating with

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney or advocate of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience specializing in contract law.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Thorough understanding of contract law principles and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including service agreements, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
• Provide expert legal advice on contractual terms, risks, and obligations.
• Ensure contracts comply with relevant laws and company policies.
• Maintain and manage a central repository of all company contracts.
• Collaborate with business units to understand their contractual needs and provide timely legal support.

Skills

Drafting contracts

Contract negotiation

Contract law

Education

Admitted attorney or advocate of the High Court of South Africa

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proficient Contracts Lawyer to join their legal team on a fully remote basis, with administrative ties to East London . This role is critical for the meticulous drafting, review, and negotiation of all commercial agreements across the organization. You will ensure that contracts are legally sound, commercially viable, and align with the company’s strategic objectives and risk appetite. The ideal candidate will thrive in an independent work environment, possess exceptional attention to detail, and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders remotely. This is an excellent opportunity to focus on contract law within a supportive, forward-thinking legal department.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including service agreements, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
• Provide expert legal advice on contractual terms, risks, and obligations.
• Ensure contracts comply with relevant South African laws and company policies.
• Maintain and manage a central repository of all company contracts.
• Collaborate with business units to understand their contractual needs and provide timely legal support.

Requirements

• Admitted attorney or advocate of the High Court of South Africa.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience specializing in contract law.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Thorough understanding of contract law principles and best practices.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a high volume of work remotely with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package tailored to experience and expertise.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility.
• Contribution towards home office expenses and a monthly connectivity allowance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunity to significantly contribute to the company’s commercial success through robust contract management.