Contract Specialist

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development

Team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Contract Specialist to join our client’s fully remote legal team. You will draft, review, and manage a wide range of commercial contracts, including service agreements and NDAs, ensuring legal and commercial integrity.

The role requires at least 4 years of contract drafting experience, a law- or business administration background, and the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting while collaborating with sales, procurement, and finance to meet

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in contract drafting, review, and management.
• Strong understanding of contract law principles and negotiation strategies.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including service agreements, NDAs, and vendor contracts.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, from initiation and execution to amendment and termination.
• Ensure all contracts comply with company policies, legal requirements, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., sales, procurement, finance) to understand contract needs and facilitate timely execution.
• Maintain a centralized contract database and ensure accurate record-keeping for all agreements.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Remote work autonomy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced Contract Specialist to join their fully remote legal team. In this role, you will be instrumental in the drafting, review, and management of a wide array of contracts and legal agreements. This position offers the flexibility to work entirely from home, allowing you to focus on ensuring the legal and commercial integrity of contractual arrangements. It is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of contract law and a proven ability to manage complex agreements in a self-directed, remote setting, contributing significantly to risk mitigation and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including service agreements, NDAs, and vendor contracts.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, from initiation and execution to amendment and termination.
• Ensure all contracts comply with company policies, legal requirements, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., sales, procurement, finance) to understand contract needs and facilitate timely execution.
• Maintain a centralized contract database and ensure accurate record-keeping for all agreements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience specifically in contract drafting, review, and management.
• Strong understanding of contract law principles and negotiation strategies.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and manage deadlines effectively in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Allowance for home office setup and continuous professional development.
• A dynamic and supportive virtual team culture.