Commercial Contracts Specialist

Placements24; United States; À distance; USD 43 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Welkom location

Diverse contracts exposure

Professional development

Stable work environment

Impactful work

Benefits package

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Commercial Contracts Specialist to join the legal department in Welkom. This role drafts, reviews, and manages a wide array of commercial agreements, mitigates risk, and ensures regulatory compliance across the group's operations.

The ideal candidate will have a legal qualification (LLB) or equivalent, at least 4 years of contract drafting and management experience, and strong negotiation and communication skills to support procurement, sales, and other

Qualifications

• A relevant legal qualification (e.g., LLB) or significant demonstrated experience in commercial contract law.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience specifically in drafting and managing commercial contracts.
• Strong understanding of contract law principles and best practices.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex legal terms clearly.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and risk mitigation.

Responsabilités

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including supply agreements, service agreements, partnership agreements, and NDAs.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from initiation, negotiation, and execution to renewal and termination.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on contractual matters and risk assessment.
• Maintain a centralized contract management system, ensuring accuracy and accessibility of all agreements.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, and other departments to understand contractual needs and risks.
• Identify opportunities for contract standardization and process improvement.
• Liaise with external legal counsel when necessary for specialized advice or complex negotiations.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure adherence to terms and conditions.

Connaissances

Negotiation

Drafting

Analytical

Communication

Formation

LLB or equivalent

Outils

Contract management software

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

About the Role Our client, a leading industrial group headquartered in Welkom, Free State, is seeking to hire an experienced Commercial Contracts Specialist to join their dynamic legal department. This crucial role will involve the drafting, review, and management of a wide array of commercial agreements that support the group's extensive operations. The ideal candidate will possess a sharp legal mind, exceptional attention to detail, and a proactive approach to contract lifecycle management. You will be instrumental in mitigating risk, ensuring compliance, and fostering robust business relationships through expertly crafted contracts. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your contract law expertise within a well-established organization that values precision and strategic legal support, playing a key role in the business operations within Welkom. The company offers a challenging yet rewarding work environment where your contributions will be recognized and valued. We are looking for an individual committed to excellence and with a proven ability to handle complex contractual matters efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including supply agreements, service agreements, partnership agreements, and NDAs.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from initiation, negotiation, and execution to renewal and termination.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on contractual matters and risk assessment.
• Maintain a centralized contract management system, ensuring accuracy and accessibility of all agreements.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, and other departments to understand contractual needs and risks.
• Identify opportunities for contract standardization and process improvement.
• Liaise with external legal counsel when necessary for specialized advice or complex negotiations.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure adherence to terms and conditions.

Requirements

• A relevant legal qualification (e.g., LLB) or significant demonstrated experience in commercial contract law.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience specifically in drafting and managing commercial contracts.
• Strong understanding of contract law principles and best practices.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex legal terms clearly.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and risk mitigation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package aligned with industry standards and experience.
• Opportunity to work with a prominent organization in Welkom.
• Exposure to a diverse range of commercial agreements and business scenarios.
• Support for professional development and continuous learning.
• A stable and dynamic work environment within a reputable group.
• Chance to contribute significantly to the company's operational success.
• Comprehensive benefits package.