In-House Counsel - Commercial Contracts

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.400.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary and bonus potential

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement

Modern office facilities in Centurion

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks an In-House Counsel (Commercial Contracts) to bolster its Centurion-based legal team. You will draft, review, and negotiate SaaS, vendor, and partnership agreements while guiding business stakeholders on risk and compliance.

The role emphasizes practical legal advice, strong drafting, and proactive collaboration with sales, procurement, and BD in a fast-growing tech environment.

Qualifikationen

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in commercial contracts.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and interpretation skills.
• Knowledge of technology law, IP, and data privacy is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Hybrid work-ready with Centurion, Gauteng commuting flexibility.

Aufgaben

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements including SaaS, vendor, partnerships, and NDAs.
• Provide timely legal advice to internal teams on contractual matters.
• Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws and company policies.
• Manage contract lifecycle: renewals, amendments, terminations.
• Develop standardized templates and playbooks for contracts.
• Identify legal risks and advise on commercial transactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to close deals and resolve disputes.
• Stay updated on legal developments affecting the business.

Kenntnisse

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Legal research

Stakeholder management

Communication

Ausbildung

LLB degree

Admitted Attorney (SA)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Contract management systems

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding technology firm, requires a dedicated In-House Counsel specializing in Commercial Contracts to join their legal department based in Centurion, Gauteng . This role is crucial for supporting the company's commercial operations by managing and negotiating a wide array of agreements. You will work closely with business development, sales, and procurement teams to ensure that contracts are legally sound, commercially viable, and protect the company's interests. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of commercial law, contract drafting, and negotiation, preferably within the technology sector. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to cutting-edge legal issues in a dynamic corporate setting. We seek an individual who is proactive, possesses strong business acumen, and can translate complex legal concepts into practical advice for business stakeholders. The role offers a unique chance to shape contractual frameworks for innovative products and services in the thriving Centurion, Gauteng tech hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements, including SaaS agreements, vendor contracts, partnership agreements, and NDAs.
• Provide timely and practical legal advice to internal business teams on contractual matters.
• Ensure all contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Manage contract lifecycle, including renewals, amendments, and terminations.
• Assist in developing and implementing standardized contract templates and playbooks.
• Identify and advise on potential legal risks associated with commercial transactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate deal closures and resolve contractual disputes.
• Stay updated on relevant legal and commercial developments affecting the company's business.
• Support other legal department initiatives as required.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, preferably with a focus on commercial contracts, either in private practice or in-house.
• Strong expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and interpretation.
• Familiarity with technology law, intellectual property, and data privacy is a significant advantage.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and deliver high-quality work under pressure.
• Proactive and business-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Resident or willing to commute to Centurion, Gauteng for hybrid work arrangements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities, including attendance at legal conferences.
• Exposure to dynamic and evolving legal challenges within the tech industry.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Modern office facilities in Centurion, Gauteng .