Contract Law Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Contract Law Specialist to join our Mossel Bay team. You will draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, manage the contract lifecycle, and advise business units on risk and compliance.

Hybrid work offers flexibility between office and remote work. The role requires an LL.B and at least five years in contract drafting and negotiation, with strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills to support the company’s strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent with strong focus on contract law.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Experience with contract management software is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts including vendor, service, and partnership agreements.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws and company policies.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from initiation to execution and renewal.
• Provide guidance and training to business teams on contract best practices and risk management.
• Maintain an organized repository of all executed contracts.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on contractual matters.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Education

LLB focused on contract law

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Contract Law Specialist to join their team in Mossel Bay . This role will focus primarily on the drafting, review, negotiation, and management of a wide array of commercial contracts essential to the company's operations. You will collaborate closely with business units to ensure that all contractual agreements align with company policies, legal requirements, and strategic objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for a contract law expert to contribute significantly to the business's success in the beautiful coastal region of the Western Cape, fostering robust business relationships through sound legal frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws and company policies.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from initiation to execution and renewal.
• Provide guidance and training to business teams on contract best practices and risk management.
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date repository of all executed contracts.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on contractual matters.

Requirements

• Law degree (LLB) or equivalent with a strong focus on contract law.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience specifically in contract drafting and negotiation.
• In-depth knowledge of contract law principles and best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Experience with contract management software is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development in contract law.
• A collaborative work environment in the scenic location of Mossel Bay .