Commercial Contracts Attorney

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension fund

Medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking a Commercial Contracts Attorney to strengthen the legal team in Tembisa. The role focuses on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad spectrum of commercial agreements essential for operations.

You will collaborate with business units to align contracts with policies, mitigate risk, and support commercial objectives. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in commercial contract law, strong communication, and analytical skills, and a

Qualifications

• Qualified attorney with at least 5 years of experience in commercial contract law.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating various types of business contracts.
• Strong understanding of South African contract law and business practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professional integrity and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, including service and supply agreements.
• Provide legal advice on contractual terms, risks, and compliance to internal stakeholders.
• Manage contract lifecycle, ensuring proper execution, storage, and renewal processes.
• Identify and advise on potential legal risks and liabilities.
• Support business development teams by ensuring terms facilitate negotiations.
• Maintain up-to-date understanding of relevant commercial laws and regulations.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Drafting & negotiation

Contract law (SA)

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Education

Legal qualification (admitted attorney)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Commercial Contracts Attorney to enhance their legal team in Tembisa . This role focuses on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad spectrum of commercial agreements essential for the company's operations. You will collaborate closely with various business units to ensure that contracts align with company policies, mitigate risk, and support commercial objectives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of contract law principles and possess excellent communication and analytical skills, contributing to a high-performing legal department dedicated to facilitating business growth through sound legal practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts , including service agreements, supply agreements, and partnership deals.
• Provide legal advice on contractual terms, risks, and compliance requirements to internal stakeholders.
• Manage contract lifecycle, ensuring proper execution, storage, and renewal processes.
• Identify and advise on potential legal risks and liabilities associated with contractual commitments.
• Support business development teams by ensuring legal terms facilitate successful negotiations.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of relevant commercial laws and regulations.

Requirements

• Qualified attorney with at least 5 years of experience in commercial contract law .
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating various types of business contracts.
• Strong understanding of South African contract law and business practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly.
• High level of professional integrity and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Access to a comprehensive pension fund and medical aid plan.
• Opportunities for professional growth within the legal department.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Tembisa .
• Company-sponsored training and development programs.