Lead Contract Manager — Negotiation, Compliance & Risk

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

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.