Commercial Contracts Paralegal

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 312,000 - 469,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Growing technology company

Exposure to a wide range of agreements

Supportive office environment in Gaut"

Contribute to risk management

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, seeks a detail-oriented Commercial Contracts Paralegal to support the legal team in drafting, reviewing, and managing a high volume of commercial agreements. The role requires drafting, negotiation, and careful contract administration within a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in contract administration or paralegal work, strong drafting and communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Paralegal qualification or equivalent legal studies background.
• Minimum 3 years in commercial contract administration or paralegal work.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with contract management software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts.
• Ensure contracts comply with company policies and legal requirements.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from initiation to archiving.
• Maintain an organized contract database.
• Liaise with sales, procurement, IT to gather information.
• Identify potential risks and liabilities in contract terms.
• Support senior legal counsel with research and admin tasks.
• Process executed contracts and record-keeping.
• Monitor expirations and renewals.
• Assist in developing standard contract templates and playbooks.

Skills

Drafting & review

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Paralegal qualification or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Contract management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a mid-sized technology firm in Randburg, Gauteng , requires a detail-oriented and experienced Commercial Contracts Paralegal. This role is essential for supporting the legal department in drafting, reviewing, and managing a high volume of commercial agreements, including service agreements, NDAs, and supplier contracts. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring contracts are compliant, accurate, and efficiently processed, thereby minimizing legal risks for the company. This position is office-based within the vibrant business district of Randburg , offering a stable and collaborative work environment. The firm values meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to contract management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts.
• Ensure all contracts comply with company policies and relevant legal requirements.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, from initiation and drafting through execution and archiving.
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date contract database.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (e.g., sales, procurement, IT) to gather information and clarify contract terms.
• Identify potential risks and liabilities within contract terms.
• Support senior legal counsel with contract-related research and administrative tasks.
• Process executed contracts and ensure proper record-keeping.
• Monitor contract expirations and renewal dates.
• Assist in developing and refining standard contract templates and playbooks.

Requirements

• Paralegal qualification or equivalent legal studies background.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial contract administration or paralegal work, preferably in-house.
• Strong understanding of contract law principles.
• Proficiency in contract drafting and review.
• Experience with contract management software is highly desirable.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Must be based in or able to commute reliably to Randburg .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a growing technology company.
• Exposure to a wide range of commercial agreements.
• Professional and supportive office environment in Gauteng .
• Contribute to the efficiency and risk management of the legal department.