Contract Administrator

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Fully remote work

Professional development opportunities

Structured remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Contract Administrator to join our remote legal support team. This role oversees the lifecycle of contracts, ensures obligations are met, and maintains contract records while supporting legal and procurement teams.

You will manage drafting, negotiation support, execution, and renewals; maintain a central repository; review terms for compliance; track milestones; and coordinate with internal and external partners in a fully remote setup.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contract Administrator, Contract Manager, or similar role.
• Strong understanding of contract terms and legal terminology.
• Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage the full lifecycle of contracts from drafting and negotiation support to execution and renewal.
• Maintain a central repository of all company contracts, including amendments and addenda.
• Review contracts for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with policies and legal requirements.
• Track key contract milestones, dates, and obligations, providing timely reminders to stakeholders.
• Liaise with internal departments and external parties to facilitate contract processing.
• Assist in the resolution of contractual issues and disputes by providing relevant documentation.

Skills

Contract terms

Legal terminology

Contract management

Organizational skills

MS Office

Tools

Contract management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks an organized and meticulous Contract Administrator to join their remote legal support team. This role is fundamental to the efficient management and lifecycle of contracts within the organization. You will be responsible for ensuring all contractual obligations are met, maintaining contract records, and supporting legal and procurement teams. This position offers a great chance to work in a fully remote capacity, providing essential administrative and legal support to a growing company.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and manage the full lifecycle of contracts from drafting and negotiation support to execution and renewal.
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date central repository of all company contracts, including amendments and addenda.
• Review contracts for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Track key contract milestones, dates, and obligations, providing timely reminders and alerts to relevant stakeholders.
• Liaise with internal departments (e.g., legal, finance, procurement) and external parties to facilitate contract processing.
• Assist in the resolution of contractual issues and disputes by providing relevant documentation and information.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contract Administrator, Contract Manager, or similar role.
• Strong understanding of contract terms, legal terminology, and contract management principles.
• Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a remote team.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload efficiently in a deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary.
• Fully remote work environment, offering flexibility and convenience.
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement contributions.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance contract management skills.
• A structured and supportive remote team culture.