Remote Contract Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health benefits

Home office allowance

Professional growth

Virtual team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Contract Specialist to manage a range of contracts from a remote location. You will draft, review, negotiate, and oversee contract lifecycles, ensuring legal compliance and favorable terms for the business.

The role requires a law degree or equivalent, at least four years in contract law, and the ability to work independently with strong communication. You will collaborate with internal teams and maintain a centralized contract management system,

Qualifications

• Law degree or equivalent qualification, with at least 4 years of experience in contract law.
• Proficiency in contract drafting, negotiation, and management.
• Strong understanding of commercial contract principles.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including supplier agreements, NDAs, and SLAs.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant legal requirements and company policies.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, including renewals, amendments, and terminations.
• Maintain a centralized contract management system and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand contract requirements and risks.
• Provide guidance on contract interpretation and best practices.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Contract management

Time management

Remote communication

Education

Law degree or equivalent

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly organized and experienced Remote Contract Specialist to manage their contractual agreements from a remote location. In this role, you will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing a diverse range of contracts, ensuring legal compliance and favorable terms for the company. You will collaborate closely with various departments to understand their contractual needs and mitigate risks. This is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a remote work environment and possesses strong negotiation and analytical skills, contributing significantly to the company's commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including supplier agreements, NDAs, and service level agreements.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant legal requirements and company policies.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, including renewals, amendments, and terminations.
• Maintain a centralized contract management system and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand contract requirements and risks.
• Provide guidance on contract interpretation and best practices.

Requirements

• Law degree or equivalent qualification, with at least 4 years of experience in contract law.
• Proficiency in contract drafting, negotiation, and management.
• Strong understanding of commercial contract principles.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Allowance for home office setup.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.