In-House Counsel - Contracts

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Remote work

Professional growth

Strategic negotiations

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced In-House Counsel with a Contracts focus to support a dynamic business from a fully remote setup. The role requires drafting, reviewing, and negotiating high volumes of commercial agreements while ensuring legal compliance and protecting the company's interests.

You will provide expert contract interpretation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution, collaborating with stakeholders to align contract requirements with strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with minimum 5 years focused on contract law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of commercial laws and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills with risk mitigation focus.
• Ability to manage a high workload remotely.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts including service, supplier, and licensing agreements.
• Provide expert advice on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to ensure alignment with company strategy.
• Develop and maintain contract templates and playbooks for consistency and efficiency.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from initiation to execution and renewal.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Risk assessment

Contract interpretation

Education

Admitted Attorney

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled In-House Counsel with a specialization in Contracts to join their dedicated legal team. This position operates on a fully remote basis, supporting a dynamic business environment headquartered near Randburg. You will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a high volume of commercial agreements, ensuring legal compliance and protecting the company's interests. This role offers a unique opportunity for a contract law expert to work independently, contribute significantly to business objectives, and enjoy the flexibility of a remote work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including service agreements, supplier contracts, and licensing agreements.
• Provide expert legal advice on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand contract requirements and ensure alignment with company strategy.
• Develop and maintain contract templates and playbooks to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, from initiation to execution and renewal.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of experience focused on contract law.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of relevant commercial laws and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail and risk mitigation.
• Ability to manage a high workload and prioritize effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement contributions.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A fully remote work structure, promoting excellent work-life integration.
• Involvement in key commercial negotiations and strategic business decisions.