Legal Officer - Contract Management

Placements24; Gauteng; Presencial; ZAR 300 000 - 420 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a diligent Legal Officer to manage a broad contract portfolio in an in‑office setting, ensuring compliance and mitigating risk across the contract lifecycle.

You will draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, monitor key terms, liaise with internal teams, and provide legal support to diverse business units in Soweto.

This role offers professional development within a leading retail group and exposure to a wide range of commercial agreements.

Qualificações

• Law degree or equivalent qualification.
• 2–3 years of contract review, drafting, and management experience.
• Solid understanding of contract law principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in legal software and document management systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an office-based environment.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

Responsabilidades

• Review, draft, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including supplier agreements, service level agreements, leases, and partnership agreements.
• Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, from initiation and review to execution, storage, and renewal/termination.
• Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date contract database, ensuring all agreements are properly recorded and accessible.
• Monitor contract compliance and ensure adherence to key terms and conditions by all parties.
• Liaise with internal departments to understand their contractual requirements and provide legal support.
• Identify and report on potential contract risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Assist in the resolution of contractual disputes and provide legal interpretations when required.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant South African legislation and company policies.

Conhecimentos

Contract management

Contract review

Drafting contracts

Legal compliance

Communication

Formação académica

Law degree

2-3 years experience

Ferramentas

Legal software

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Legal Officer - Contract Management

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About the Role

Our client, a prominent retail group operating in Soweto, is seeking a diligent and organized Legal Officer to manage their extensive contract portfolio. This in-office position requires a professional who can meticulously oversee the lifecycle of all contractual agreements, ensuring compliance and mitigating risk. You will be a key player in the legal department, working closely with various business units to support their contractual needs. This role is ideal for an individual who possesses strong contract administration skills, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to upholding legal standards within a structured business environment. Your expertise will be crucial in safeguarding the company's interests and facilitating smooth business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including supplier agreements, service level agreements, leases, and partnership agreements.
• Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, from initiation and review to execution, storage, and renewal/termination.
• Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date contract database, ensuring all agreements are properly recorded and accessible.
• Monitor contract compliance and ensure adherence to key terms and conditions by all parties.
• Liaise with internal departments (e.g., Procurement, Sales, Operations) to understand their contractual requirements and provide legal support.
• Identify and report on potential contract risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Assist in the resolution of contractual disputes and provide legal interpretations when required.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant South African legislation and company policies.

Requirements

• Law degree or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in contract review, drafting, and management, preferably within a corporate or retail setting.
• Solid understanding of contract law principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in legal software and document management systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an office-based environment.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

Benefits

The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical aid and pension contributions. As an in-office role based in Soweto, you will be part of a stable and collaborative team environment with direct access to legal and business leadership. Opportunities for professional development within the legal department are available. This role provides significant exposure to a wide range of commercial agreements and the chance to contribute directly to the operational success of a leading retail entity.

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