Legal Advisor - Commercial Contracts

Placements24; Centurion; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.400.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Leave allowance

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous and proactive Legal Advisor specializing in commercial contracts to join their Centurion office. You will draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, providing clear legal input to internal stakeholders on terms, obligations and risks.

The role requires a minimum of five years as an admitted attorney, deep knowledge of contract principles and consumer protection laws, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a Centurion-based office.

Formación

• Admitted attorney with at least 5 years focusing on commercial contract law.
• Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex contractual documentation.
• Strong understanding of contract principles and consumer protection laws.

Responsabilidades

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad spectrum of commercial contracts.
• Provide clear legal advice to internal stakeholders on contractual terms and risks.
• Ensure contracts align with policies, legal requirements and objectives.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from initiation to execution and record-keeping.
• Identify and advise on potential legal risks in contracts.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales and other departments to facilitate processing.

Conocimientos

Commercial contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Legal advisory

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Legal research

Educación

Admitted attorney

Herramientas

Contract management software

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and proactive Legal Advisor with a specialization in commercial contracts to join their established legal department in Centurion . This role is integral to safeguarding the company's interests by meticulously drafting, reviewing, and negotiating all commercial agreements. You will be the primary point of contact for business units seeking legal input on contracts, ensuring clarity, compliance, and risk mitigation. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding career path for a legal professional passionate about commercial law and contributing to the smooth operation of business transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad spectrum of commercial contracts , including service agreements, supply contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Provide clear and concise legal advice to internal stakeholders on contractual terms, obligations, and potential risks.
• Ensure all contracts align with company policies, legal requirements, and strategic objectives.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, from initiation and negotiation to execution and record-keeping.
• Identify and advise on potential legal risks associated with contractual arrangements.
• Collaborate closely with procurement, sales, and other departments to facilitate efficient contract processing.

Requirements

• Admitted attorney with a minimum of 5 years' experience focused on commercial contract law .
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating complex contractual documentation.
• Strong understanding of contract principles, consumer protection laws, and other relevant commercial legislation.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure in a Centurion -based office.
• Proficiency in legal research and standard contract management software.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.
• Participation in a company-wide bonus scheme.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Generous leave allowance and opportunities for professional development.
• A dynamic legal environment within a reputable organization in Centurion .