Commercial Contracts Lawyer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Involvement in strategic transactions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join the legal team. This remote role (Upington or anywhere in SA) focuses on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of contracts to support business objectives.

You will mitigate risks and ensure legal soundness across commercial deals. The position requires admission as an Attorney of the High Court with 5+ years in commercial contract law, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with at least 5 years in commercial contract law.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex terms.
• Experience with contract lifecycle management and risk assessment.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts including vendor, SLAs, NDAs and partnerships.
• Provide expert legal advice on contractual matters and liabilities.
• Ensure contracts comply with laws and company policies.
• Manage contract lifecycle including renewals and terminations.
• Collaborate with business units to deliver effective legal solutions.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Risk assessment

Legal advisory

Stakeholder management

Education

Admitted Attorney - High Court

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proficient Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join their legal team, working remotely from Upington or any other location within South Africa. This role is integral to the company's commercial operations, focusing on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide array of contracts and agreements to support business objectives. You will ensure that all contractual arrangements are legally sound, mitigate risks, and align with the company's strategic goals. This position offers a unique opportunity for a skilled contracts lawyer to make a significant impact while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, service level agreements, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
• Provide expert legal advice on contractual matters and potential liabilities.
• Ensure contracts comply with relevant laws and company policies.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, including renewals and terminations.
• Collaborate with business units to understand their needs and provide effective legal solutions.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court with at least 5 years of experience in commercial contract law .
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex contractual terms.
• Strong understanding of contract lifecycle management and risk assessment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Direct involvement in critical business transactions and strategic agreements.