Remote Commercial Counsel — Contract Negotiations

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced In-House Counsel to specialize in Commercial Contracts in a fully remote role within South Africa. You will draft, review, and negotiate supplier and customer contracts, NDAs, and SLAs, while advising on risks and compliance.

The position requires a proactive, self-managed approach and strong collaboration with sales, procurement, and finance teams. Candidates should have an LLB or equivalent, SA-admission as Attorney/Advocate, and at least six years of

Qualifications

• LLB degree or equivalent qualification.
• Admission as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum 6 years of experience focused on commercial contract law.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements.
• Provide strategic legal advice on contractual terms, risks, and liabilities.
• Manage the contract lifecycle including execution, amendments, and renewals.
• Develop standardized contract templates and playbooks.
• Stay updated on changes in commercial law affecting contracts.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Remote work management

Education

LLB or equivalent

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced In-House Counsel to specialize in Commercial Contracts in a fully remote role within South Africa. You will draft, review, and negotiate supplier and customer contracts, NDAs, and SLAs, while advising on risks and compliance.

The position requires a proactive, self-managed approach and strong collaboration with sales, procurement, and finance teams. Candidates should have an LLB or equivalent, SA-admission as Attorney/Advocate, and at least six years of