Commercial Contracts Lawyer

Placements24; Benoni; Híbrido; ZAR 720.000 - 1.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Benoni based role

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a meticulous Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join its legal team in Benoni, Gauteng. The role focuses on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements while ensuring legal risk mitigation and alignment with business objectives.

You will advise internal stakeholders, manage contract lifecycles, and help maintain standard templates, contributing to the growth of the organization within the region.

Formación

• Admitted Attorney with a focus on commercial contracts.
• Strong drafting and negotiation capabilities for varied agreements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate with non-legal departments and manage risk.

Responsabilidades

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts (service, supply, NDAs, partnerships).
• Advise stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, and risks.
• Ensure contracts comply with laws and company policies.
• Manage contract lifecycles from initiation to renewal.
• Assist in resolving disputes and claims.
• Maintain and periodically review standard contract templates.

Conocimientos

Admitted Attorney

Commercial contract law

Drafting & negotiation

Attention to detail

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and proactive Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join their legal department in Benoni . This role is vital for supporting the business by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide array of commercial agreements, ensuring that all contracts align with the company's strategic objectives and mitigate legal risks. You will work closely with various departments, providing expert advice on contractual matters. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for a contract law specialist to grow within a reputable organization in the Gauteng region, contributing to its ongoing success.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including service agreements, supply agreements, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
• Advise internal stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, and potential risks.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant legislation and company policies.
• Manage contract lifecycles, from initiation to execution and renewal.
• Assist in resolving contractual disputes and claims.
• Maintain a repository of standard contract templates and ensure their periodic review and update.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a strong background in commercial contract law .
• Minimum of 4 years of experience focused on drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Thorough understanding of contract principles, commercial law, and relevant regulations.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with non-legal departments.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Exposure to diverse and complex commercial agreements.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment in Benoni .
• Be an integral part of a growing business's legal framework.