Legal Advisor - Contracts

Placements24; Graafwater; Presencial; ZAR 720 000 - 960 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Competitive salary

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 in Paarl, South Africa, seeks a proficient Legal Advisor specializing in contracts to draft, review, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements. You will ensure all contracts align with South African law and mitigate risk, and you will advise internal stakeholders on obligations and strategic implications.

This role offers exposure to diverse agreements in a growing business, a collaborative team environment, and opportunities for continuing professional development, with a

Qualificações

• Admitted Attorney or qualified Legal Advisor with at least 4 years of experience in contract law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
• Strong understanding of South African contract law principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal professionals.

Responsabilidades

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts including supplier, service, and partnership agreements.
• Ensure contracts comply with relevant laws and company policies.
• Advise internal stakeholders on contractual obligations, risks, and best practices.
• Maintain a central repository of all company contracts and manage renewals/terminations.
• Assist in resolving contractual disputes and provide legal interpretations.

Conhecimentos

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Legal risk assessment

South African law

Clear communication

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client requires a proficient Legal Advisor specializing in Contracts to support their operations based in Paarl . This role focuses on the meticulous drafting, review, and management of various contractual agreements essential to the company's business activities. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that all contracts align with legal requirements and mitigate risks. This position offers the chance to work within a key sector of the local economy, contributing legal expertise to support business growth and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including supplier agreements, service level agreements, and partnership agreements.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws and company policies.
• Advise internal stakeholders on contractual obligations, risks, and best practices.
• Maintain a central repository of all company contracts and ensure timely renewal or termination.
• Assist in resolving contractual disputes and provide legal interpretations.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney or qualified Legal Advisor with at least 4 years of experience in contract law .
• Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
• Strong understanding of South African contract law principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal professionals.

Benefits

• Attractive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Exposure to diverse contractual agreements within a growing business.
• Support for continuing professional development.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• A collaborative team environment with opportunities for impact.