Legal Advisor (Contracts)

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Hybrid work model

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a meticulous Legal Advisor specializing in contracts to join our team on a hybrid basis. You will review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements while ensuring legal soundness and alignment with business objectives.

The role requires an LLB and at least four years in contract law, with strong negotiation, attention to detail, and excellent communication. You will support multiple departments, manage contract lifecycles, and help mitigate legal risks across

Qualifications

• LLB degree or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in contract law and commercial agreements.
• Strong knowledge of South African contract law principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and drafting accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts including sales and service agreements.
• Provide legal advice on contractual terms and risk.
• Ensure contracts comply with legislation and company policies.
• Manage contract lifecycle, renewals, and amendments.
• Conduct legal research on contract disputes and resolutions.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales and other departments to streamline processes.

Skills

Contract law

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

LLB degree or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous Legal Advisor with a specialization in contracts to join their team in Paarl. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, combining remote work convenience with essential in-office collaboration. You will be primarily responsible for the review, drafting, and negotiation of all types of commercial agreements, ensuring legal soundness and alignment with business objectives. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional with a strong command of contract law and excellent communication skills. You will play a vital role in managing the company's contractual obligations and mitigating associated risks, working closely with various departments to facilitate smooth business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including sales agreements, service level agreements, and partnership contracts.
• Provide expert legal advice on contractual terms, conditions, and potential risks to business units.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant legislation and company policies.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, including record-keeping, renewals, and amendments.
• Conduct legal research related to contract disputes and advise on resolution strategies.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, and other departments to streamline contract processes.

Requirements

• LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience focused on contract law and commercial agreements.
• Thorough understanding of South African contract law principles.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in document review and drafting.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple contract files and meet deadlines effectively within a hybrid work setup.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work model promoting flexibility and work-life integration.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialized training.
• A collaborative team environment in a scenic location.