Commercial Contracts Specialist

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Commercial Contracts Specialist to bolster the legal team in Cape Town. You will draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, analyze terms, and manage the contract lifecycle from creation to execution.

The ideal candidate holds a law degree, has 5+ years of experience in contract management, understands SA contract law, and can engage with sales, procurement, and finance to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Law degree with a strong focus on commercial law.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in contract management or commercial contract law.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex contractual language.
• Familiarity with South African contract law principles.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage high-volume documents.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts.
• Analyze contract terms to mitigate legal and commercial risks.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from creation to execution and administration.
• Collaborate with sales, procurement, and finance for contract alignment.
• Maintain a centralized repository and ensure version control.
• Provide guidance on contract interpretation and compliance.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Legal analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Law degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous Commercial Contracts Specialist to bolster their legal team based in Cape Town . This role is crucial for ensuring the clarity, legality, and enforceability of all commercial agreements undertaken by the company. You will be instrumental in reviewing, drafting, and managing a diverse portfolio of contracts, mitigating risks, and supporting various business units. The successful candidate will be highly organized, possess exceptional contract drafting skills, and understand the nuances of commercial law within the South African context, ensuring that all contractual obligations align with business objectives and legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including service agreements, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
• Analyze contract terms to identify and mitigate potential legal and commercial risks.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from creation to execution and ongoing administration.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including sales, procurement, and finance, to ensure contract alignment.
• Maintain a centralized repository of all company contracts and ensure version control.
• Provide guidance on contract interpretation and compliance issues.

Requirements

• Law degree or equivalent qualification, with a strong focus on commercial law.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in contract management or commercial contract law.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex contractual language.
• Familiarity with South African contract law principles.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage a high volume of documents.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with performance incentives.
• Medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing legal education.
• Stable and supportive work environment in Cape Town .

Direct impact on the company's commercial success through rigorous contract management.