Contract Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24, based in Mahikeng, seeks an experienced Contract Manager to oversee the contract lifecycle, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating terms, and renewals. You will ensure compliance and manage complex agreements within a corporate setting.

The role requires a law/business degree and 5+ years in contract management or contract law, with strong negotiation and analytical skills, and proficiency in contract management software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, or a related field.
• Significant experience (5+ years) in contract management or contract law.
• In-depth knowledge of contract principles and negotiation strategies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in contract management software and standard office applications.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, ensuring favorable terms and risk mitigation.
• Manage the entire contract lifecycle, from creation and execution to storage and renewal.
• Develop and implement standardized contract templates and processes.
• Liaise with legal counsel, stakeholders, and external parties to resolve contractual issues.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Maintain a comprehensive and organized database of all company contracts.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation strategies

Analytical skills

Organizational abilities

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Business

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and experienced Contract Manager to oversee their contract lifecycle management within their Mahikeng operations. This crucial role ensures that all company contracts are executed, managed, and monitored effectively, safeguarding the company's interests and ensuring compliance. You will be responsible for reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contract terms, as well as managing contract renewals and terminations. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of contract law and a proven ability to manage complex agreements within a corporate setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, ensuring favorable terms and risk mitigation.
• Manage the entire contract lifecycle, from creation and execution to storage and renewal.
• Develop and implement standardized contract templates and processes.
• Liaise with legal counsel, stakeholders, and external parties to resolve contractual issues.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Maintain a comprehensive and organized database of all company contracts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, or a related field.
• Significant experience (5+ years) in contract management or contract law.
• In-depth knowledge of contract principles and negotiation strategies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in contract management software and standard office applications.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Full-time employment with opportunities for advancement.
• Medical insurance and retirement fund contributions.
• Ongoing professional development and training programs.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment.