Legal & Contracts Administrator

Barko Financial Services; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 420 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Pretoria is seeking a Legal and Contracts Administrator. Responsibilities include reviewing and negotiating contracts, drafting legal documents, and maintaining compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of relevant experience and strong skills in contract law and negotiation. This role offers an opportunity for internal and external applications.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in legal, compliance, or contract administration.
• Exposure to property, lease, or commercial agreements is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate service level and credit agreements.
• Maintain the database of contracts and agreements.
• Draft and review legal documents for compliance.
• Develop and implement legal policies.
• Administer property lease agreements.
• Conduct legal research on relevant regulations.

Skills

Contract law knowledge

Attention to detail

Negotiation skills

Good communication

Legal research

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Diploma in Law

Paralegal Certificate

Bachelor of Commerce / BCom Law

LLB

Admission as an Attorney

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Introduction

Barko Loans would like to announce a new job opening for the position of Legal and Contacts Administrator at our Pretoria Head Office.

Barko Loans would like to fill the position internally and externally. Work experience, seniority, and performance will all be determining factors.

The Human Resources department will be screening candidates in coordination with management. We look forward to receiving your application.

Duties & Responsibilities

Legal & Administrative Functions

• Review and negotiate service level agreements, credit agreements, and supplier communications.
• Maintain and update the central database of contracts, agreements, and key commitments.
• Draft and review legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Develop, document, and implement legal policies and procedures.

Contract Administration & Legal Support

• Review and interpret contract clauses to identify and mitigate legal and business risks.
• Draft and prepare standard legal agreements and templates (e.g., service agreements, NDAs, lease agreements).
• Conduct legal research on relevant legislation, regulations, and contractual matters.
• Provide administrative support to the legal department, including document control and version management.

Lease & Property Contract Management (Stand‑In Support)

• Administer property lease agreements, including renewals, amendments, and new lease contracts.
• Track contractual obligations such as rental payments, utilities, deposits, and guarantees.
• Ensure compliance with landlord, contractual, and applicable legal requirements.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Skills and Competencies

• Basic understanding of contract law and commercial agreements.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing contractual terms and obligations.
• Good negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to conduct legal research and present findings clearly.
• Organised and methodical, with the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.
• Collaborative and able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Minimum Requirements

• 1–2 years' experience in legal, compliance, or contract administration.
• Exposure to property, lease, or commercial agreements is advantageous.

Qualifications (Advantageous but not mandatory)

• Diploma in Law
• Paralegal Certificate
• Bachelor of Commerce / BCom Law
• LLB (High Advantage)
• Admission as an Attorney (Beneficial but not required)

Interested?