Legal Advisor - Contract Management

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Hybrid work arrangement

Diverse contract exposure

Professional development

Supportive department

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Advisor with contract management expertise to join the legal team in Port Elizabeth. The role focuses on reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts while ensuring legal compliance and lifecycle management.

This hybrid position offers the chance to enhance operational efficiency and legal security across departments. The ideal candidate is an Admitted Attorney with 4+ years in contract law, excellent analytical and communication

Qualifications

• 4+ years of contract law experience.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Experience with contract review and lifecycle management.
• Excellent analytical and communication abilities.
• Familiarity with contract management software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Manage contract lifecycle from initiation to renewal.
• Provide legal advice on interpretation, compliance, and risk.
• Ensure adherence to policies and regulations in contracts.
• Maintain accurate contract records and documentation.
• Collaborate with business teams to deliver timely legal support.

Skills

Contract law

Drafting

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Legal advisory

Education

Admitted Attorney (SA)

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Advisor with expertise in contract management to join their legal team in Port Elizabeth . This role is central to ensuring that all contractual agreements entered into by the company are legally sound, compliant, and effectively managed throughout their lifecycle. You will work closely with various departments to review, draft, and negotiate contracts, and provide advice on contractual risks and obligations. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the operational efficiency and legal security of the business within a hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including supply, service, and licensing agreements.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, from initiation and execution to renewal and termination.
• Provide legal advice on contractual interpretation, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and relevant legal regulations in all contractual matters.
• Maintain accurate records of all contracts and related documentation.
• Collaborate with business teams to understand their contractual needs and provide timely legal support.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney or qualified Legal Advisor with a minimum of 4 years of experience in contract law.
• Strong understanding of commercial contract principles and drafting best practices.
• Experience in contract review, negotiation, and management.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Familiarity with contract management software is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing work-life balance.
• Exposure to diverse contract types across various industries.
• Professional development opportunities and support.
• Work within a collaborative and supportive legal department in Port Elizabeth .