Legal Consultant - Commercial Contracts

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Legal Consultant specializing in Commercial Contracts for a fully remote role. You will draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, advise stakeholders, and ensure contracts align with strategic objectives while mitigating risk.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in commercial contract law and are admitted attorneys or equivalent. You will support operations that may extend into Limpopo, requiring clear remote communication, rigorous analysis, and

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney or equivalent legal qualification with 6+ years in commercial contract law.
• Proven expertise in drafting and negotiating a diverse range of commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of contract law principles and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, including service agreements, supply agreements, and NDAs.
• Advise business stakeholders on contract terms, risks, and legal implications.
• Develop and implement standard contract templates and playbooks.
• Conduct legal research to support contract negotiations and strategy.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Manage contract lifecycle processes and maintain an organized contract repository.

Skills

Admitted Attorney

Commercial contracts

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Remote work

Communication

Education

Law degree (LL.B./LL.M.)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Legal Consultant with a specialization in Commercial Contracts for a fully remote position. This role is designed for an independent and detail-oriented legal professional who can provide expert advice on the drafting, review, and negotiation of a wide range of commercial agreements. You will collaborate closely with various business units to ensure contracts align with strategic objectives and mitigate legal risks. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal expert to leverage their skills in a flexible, remote work environment, supporting operations that may extend into the Limpopo region.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, including service agreements, supply agreements, and NDAs.
• Advise business stakeholders on contract terms, risks, and legal implications.
• Develop and implement standard contract templates and playbooks.
• Conduct legal research to support contract negotiations and strategy.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Manage contract lifecycle processes and maintain an organized contract repository.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney or equivalent legal qualification with a minimum of 6 years of experience in commercial contract law.
• Proven expertise in drafting and negotiating a diverse range of commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of contract law principles and risk management.
• Experience working in a remote capacity, demonstrating self-discipline and effective communication.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with expertise and experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Contribution to a positive and collaborative virtual work culture.
• Support for home office expenses.