Attorney

Sirion; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI-native CLM platform is seeking an Attorney / Legal Engineer in Cape Town. This role involves leveraging AI in legal processes, contract negotiation, and integration of legal considerations into product development. Candidates should have a law degree and significant experience in contract management. Join a vibrant workplace with opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to transforming the legal profession through technology.

Benefits

Vibrant workplace culture

Opportunities for professional growth

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong background in contracting and transaction negotiation.
• Experience with IT, outsourcing, or services contracts is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of legal tech solutions using AI.
• Collaborate with teams on product development and legal integration.
• Review contracts, create playbooks, and ensure compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Laws

Job description

Who We Are:

Sirion is the world’s leading AI-native CLM platform, pioneering the application of generative AI to help enterprises transform the way they store, create, and manage contracts. The platform’s extraction, conversational search, and AI-enhanced negotiation capabilities have revolutionized contracting across enterprise teams – from legal and procurement to sales and finance. The world’s most valuable brands trust Sirion to manage 7M+ contracts worth nearly $800B and relationships with 1M+ suppliers and customers in 100+ languages. Leading analysts such as Gartner, IDC, and Spend Matters have consistently recognized Sirion as a leader in CLM for its focus on category-leading innovation.

Job Title: Attorney / Legal Engineer

Location: Cape Town, South Africa (hybrid office & home).

Job Type: Full-time

About the role:

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated attorney to join our dynamic legal engineering team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience, possessing a deep understanding of contracting and transaction negotiation. Experience with handling IT, outsourcing or services contracts and Legal Tech or IA is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

· Assist in the development and testing of legal and contracting technology solutions using cutting edge AI technology to streamline legal processes.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate legal considerations into product development.

· Reviewing contracts, creating and amending playbooks, redlining contracts, ensuring contract compliance with company policies and legal standards.

· Stay abreast of the latest legal tech trends and advancements to drive continuous innovation within the company.

· Gather and analyze feedback from users and clients to continuously improve our platform. Your insights will help us to ensure our solutions are always high quality.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor of Laws or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution.

· Admitted attorney with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification professional legal experience at a reputable firm or company.

· Strong background in contracting, with a focus on reviewing and negotiating complex transactions and agreements.

· Experience in handling IT, outsourcing or services contracts and legal issues related to services, technology and software is advantageous.

· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.

· Ability to work independently, prioritize and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

What We Offer:

· A vibrant and inclusive workplace culture.

· Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

· Competitive salary and benefits package.

· A platform to make a significant impact in the legal tech industry.

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Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they are the best fit for this role. We look forward to discovering how your expertise can contribute to our mission of transforming the legal profession through technology.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants as required by law. These principles apply to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, training, promotions, compensation, benefits, transfers, and social programs.