Commercial Contracts Attorney

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Remote-first

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly capable Commercial Contracts Attorney for a remote-first role in South Africa. You will draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements across suppliers, partners, customers, and service providers, ensuring compliance with SA laws and cross-border regulations.

You will provide pragmatic legal advice, manage contract lifecycles, and develop standard templates while collaborating with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 6 years of post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating complex international commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of contract law principles, competition law, consumer protection, and IP law.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad spectrum of commercial contracts with suppliers, partners, customers, and service providers.
• Provide expert legal advice on contractual terms, risks, and liabilities associated with business transactions.
• Ensure all contracts comply with South African laws and laws of other jurisdictions where the company operates.
• Assist in developing and implementing standard contract templates and internal legal policies.
• Manage contract lifecycle processes, including renewals, amendments, and terminations.
• Conduct legal research on commercial law matters and advise on evolving regulatory landscapes.
• Collaborate with business development, procurement, and sales teams to identify and mitigate legal risks.
• Support resolution of contractual disputes and guidance on enforcement of rights.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of contract management systems and processes.
• Advise on international trade and cross-border transaction-specific legalities.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Negotiation

Legal research

Remote work

Cross-border

Education

Admitted Attorney

Tools

Contract management software

Legal research databases

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding multinational corporation with significant operational interests across Africa, is seeking to appoint a highly capable Commercial Contracts Attorney. This is a remote-first position, allowing for flexible working arrangements within South Africa. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide array of commercial agreements essential to the company's diverse business operations. This includes supply agreements, service contracts, joint venture agreements, and distribution agreements. We are looking for a meticulous individual with a strong understanding of international commercial law, excellent drafting skills, and the ability to provide pragmatic legal advice that supports strategic business objectives. This role offers substantial exposure to complex cross-border transactions and the opportunity to contribute significantly to the company's global expansion efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad spectrum of commercial contracts with suppliers, partners, customers, and service providers.


• Provide expert legal advice on contractual terms, risks, and liabilities associated with business transactions.


• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant South African laws and the laws of other jurisdictions where the company operates.


• Assist in the development and implementation of standard contract templates and internal legal policies.


• Manage contract lifecycle processes, including renewals, amendments, and terminations.


• Conduct legal research on commercial law matters and advise on evolving regulatory landscapes.


• Collaborate with business development, procurement, and sales teams to ensure legal risks are identified and mitigated.


• Support the resolution of contractual disputes and provide guidance on enforcement of contractual rights.


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of contract management systems and processes.


• Advise on international trade and cross-border transaction specific legalities.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 6 years of post-qualification experience, with a significant focus on commercial contract law.


• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating complex international commercial agreements.


• Strong understanding of contract law principles, as well as competition law, consumer protection, and intellectual property law.


• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.


• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, with the capacity to communicate effectively across different cultures and legal systems.


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously in a remote setting.


• Proficiency in legal research databases and contract management software.


• A proactive and business-oriented approach to legal problem-solving.


• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, commensurate with the candidate's experience and expertise.


• As a remote-first position, significant flexibility is provided, promoting an optimal work-life balance.


• Comprehensive benefits include medical aid, performance-based bonuses, and substantial opportunities for professional development and international exposure.


• You will be part of a dynamic, global legal team, contributing to critical business initiatives for a rapidly growing corporation.


• Our client values innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being, offering a supportive and challenging work environment.