Contract Manager

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane seeks an experienced Contract Manager to oversee the contract lifecycle within a busy legal department. You will draft, review, negotiate and execute contracts while ensuring compliance with laws and company policies.

You will maintain a centralized contract repository, monitor key dates, and liaise with procurement, sales and finance to mitigate risks and secure favorable terms. This role demands accuracy and strong contract-law knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of contract management experience.
• Strong knowledge of contract law.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in contract management software and MS Office.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end contract process from drafting to execution.
• Ensure compliance with laws and company policies.
• Maintain a central contract repository and track key dates.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with legal, procurement and business units.
• Monitor performance and enforce terms.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Contract management software

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Contract management software

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of the contract lifecycle within their busy legal department located in Polokwane . This role is critical in ensuring that all contractual agreements are managed effectively, risks are mitigated, and the company benefits from favorable terms. You will liaise closely with various internal departments, including procurement, sales, and finance, as well as external vendors and clients. This position requires a meticulous individual with a strong understanding of contract law and a proactive approach to contract administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end contract process, including drafting, review, negotiation, and execution.
• Ensure all contracts comply with legal requirements and company policies.
• Maintain a central repository of all contracts and monitor key dates and obligations.
• Identify and flag contractual risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with legal counsel, procurement, and business units on contract-related matters.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure adherence to terms and conditions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in contract management or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of contract law and principles.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in contract management software and MS Office Suite.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to lead contract management for a dynamic organization.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Professional development support.