Legal Counsel - Contracts

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Legal Counsel specializing in contract law to join its legal department in Nelspruit. This hybrid role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts to safeguard the company's interests while aligning with business objectives.

The successful candidate will have admitted status as an attorney with at least five years of relevant experience in corporate or commercial law, and proven ability to provide sound legal advice, manage

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with at least 5 years in corporate or commercial law.
• Expertise in contract law and commercial transactions in South Africa.
• Skilled in drafting and negotiating complex legal agreements.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; able to work hybrid.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts.
• Provide contract interpretation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Ensure contracts comply with laws, regulations, and policies.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from initiation to termination.
• Collaborate with business units to support contractual needs.
• Develop standard contract templates and playbooks.

Skills

Contract law expertise

Negotiation

Legal drafting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Admitted attorney

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel with a specialization in contract law to join their legal department in Nelspruit . This hybrid role requires a sharp legal mind capable of drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide array of commercial contracts. You will be instrumental in safeguarding the company's interests by ensuring all contractual agreements are legally sound and align with business objectives. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing company while maintaining a balance between office and remote work, collaborating with diverse business units.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, including service agreements, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
• Provide expert legal advice on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Ensure all contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, from initiation and drafting through execution and termination.
• Collaborate with business development, procurement, and sales teams to support their contractual needs.
• Develop and maintain standard contract templates and playbooks to streamline contracting processes.

Requirements

• Admitted attorney with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in corporate or commercial law.
• In-depth knowledge of contract law and principles of commercial transactions in South Africa.
• Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate complex legal agreements efficiently.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, managing priorities and deadlines independently.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package reflective of expertise.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Professional development opportunities and continued legal education support.
• A dynamic and collaborative legal team environment.