Legal Counsel - Contract Specialist

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Medical aid

Retirement savings plan

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Counsel with a contract law specialization to join the team in Welkom. The role requires managing the full lifecycle of contracts and providing expert guidance on terms, risk, and alignment with business objectives.

The successful candidate will work with procurement, sales, and operations to support efficient transactions and improve contracting frameworks within a key industry player in the Free State.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in commercial contract drafting and negotiation.
• Strong expertise in contract law, including clauses, risk allocation, and remedies.
• Experience in a corporate legal department or strong commercial practice.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts (supply, services, NDAs).
• Advise on obligations, risks, and compliance for business units.
• Develop standardized contract templates and playbooks to streamline processes.

Skills

Admitted Attorney

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Legal Counsel with a specialization in contract law to join their team in Welkom . This position requires a proactive individual to manage the full lifecycle of contracts, ensuring legal soundness and alignment with business objectives. You will work closely with procurement, sales, and operational teams to provide expert advice on contractual terms, mitigate risks, and support efficient business transactions. This role offers the chance to significantly influence contractual frameworks within a key industry player in the Free State .

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including supply agreements, service level agreements, and NDAs.
• Advise business units on contractual obligations, risks, and compliance requirements.
• Develop and maintain standardized contract templates and playbooks to streamline contracting processes.
• Manage contract lifecycle, including amendments, renewals, and terminations.
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on contract interpretation and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contracts align with company policies and strategic goals.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, with a strong focus on commercial contract drafting and negotiation.
• Demonstrated expertise in contract law, including understanding of key clauses, risk allocation, and remedies.
• Experience working within a corporate legal department or a firm with a strong commercial practice.
• Exceptional analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse teams.

Benefits

• Competitive annual remuneration package.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment in Welkom.
• Exposure to diverse contractual challenges and business dealings.