Legal Officer - Contract Management

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape is seeking a Legal Officer specialized in contract management. You will review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation across departments.

You will maintain a centralized contract repository, track obligations and renewals, and develop standardized templates while supporting the Legal Department with research and ad-hoc projects.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney or candidate attorney with at least 3 years of experience focused on commercial contracts.
• Strong understanding of contract law principles and practices.
• Excellent drafting, review, and negotiation skills for contractual documents.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational ability.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including supply agreements, service agreements, and NDAs.
• Ensure all contracts are reviewed for legal compliance, risk mitigation, and adherence to company policies.
• Maintain and manage a centralized contract repository, tracking key dates, obligations, and renewals.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand contractual requirements and provide clear legal interpretations.
• Assist in resolving contractual disputes and provide support in negotiations.
• Develop and implement standardized contract templates and clauses.
• Conduct legal research related to contract law and best practices in contract management.
• Support the Legal Department with administrative tasks and ad-hoc projects.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and systematic organization of all contractual documentation.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Legal research

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Education

Admitted Attorney or candidate attorney

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant player in the agricultural and logistics sector, is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Officer to focus on Contract Management. This role, situated in Upington, Northern Cape , is crucial for ensuring that all contractual agreements are robust, compliant, and effectively managed throughout their lifecycle. You will work closely with various departments, including procurement, sales, and operations, to review, draft, and manage contracts, ensuring they align with business objectives and mitigate risk. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of contract law, exceptional organizational skills, and a meticulous approach to document management.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including supply agreements, service agreements, and NDAs.
• Ensure all contracts are reviewed for legal compliance, risk mitigation, and adherence to company policies.
• Maintain and manage a centralized contract repository, tracking key dates, obligations, and renewals.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand contractual requirements and provide clear legal interpretations.
• Assist in resolving contractual disputes and provide support in negotiations.
• Develop and implement standardized contract templates and clauses.
• Conduct legal research related to contract law and best practices in contract management.
• Support the Legal Department with administrative tasks and ad-hoc projects.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and systematic organization of all contractual documentation.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney or a candidate attorney with at least 3 years of experience focused on commercial contracts.
• Strong understanding of contract law principles and practices.
• Excellent drafting, review, and negotiation skills for contractual documents.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational ability.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and MS Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Familiarity with the agricultural or logistics sectors is a plus.
• Knowledge of the legal environment in Upington, Northern Cape is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, and pension fund benefits.
• This role provides an excellent opportunity to specialize in contract management within a dynamic industry and offers scope for professional growth.
• The hybrid work arrangement provides flexibility for employees in Upington, Northern Cape .