Junior Legal Advisor - Contracts

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and benefits

Hybrid work model

Mentorship program

Career progression

Supportive team in Polokwane

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a junior legal advisor focused on contracts to join our growing legal team. This entry-level role offers exposure to contract drafting, review, and negotiation under senior guidance.

You will help manage contractual obligations, maintain a contract management database, and assist with compliance and correspondence in a hybrid office remote setup.

Qualifications

• LLB degree or equivalent qualification.
• Admitted as an Attorney or Advocate.
• 0–3 years in a legal role with interest in contract law.
• Strong analytical skills and keen eye for detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Hybrid work setting ability.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior legal advisors in drafting, reviewing, and amending commercial contracts.
• Conduct legal research on contract-related issues and provide summaries.
• Maintain a contract management database and ensure proper recording of agreements.
• Support the negotiation process with documentation and administrative assistance.
• Review incoming legal correspondence and route to appropriate personnel.
• Help ensure company policies and procedures are followed in contract execution.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract review

Contract negotiation

Legal research

Contract management

Analytical skills

Written communication

Education

LLB degree

Admitted Attorney/Advocate

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an ambitious and detail-oriented Junior Legal Advisor with a focus on Contracts to join their growing legal team in Polokwane . This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in contract drafting, review, and negotiation under the guidance of senior legal professionals. You will contribute to managing the company's contractual obligations and ensuring compliance. This hybrid role provides the ideal blend of in-office mentorship and remote flexibility, supporting your professional growth in Polokwane .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior legal advisors in drafting, reviewing, and amending various commercial contracts.


• Conduct legal research on contract-related issues and provide summaries.


• Maintain a contract management database, ensuring all agreements are properly recorded and tracked.


• Support the negotiation process by preparing documentation and providing administrative assistance.


• Review incoming legal correspondence and route it to the appropriate personnel.


• Help ensure company policies and procedures are adhered to in contract execution.

Requirements

• Law degree (LLB) or equivalent qualification.


• Admitted as an Attorney or Advocate.


• 0-3 years of experience in a legal role, with a demonstrated interest in contract law.


• Strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail.


• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.


• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a hybrid setting.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and benefits.


• Hybrid work model promoting work-life integration.


• Mentorship program with experienced legal professionals.


• Opportunities for specialized training and career progression.


• Supportive team environment within our Polokwane office.