Remote Contracts Counsel for Global Logistics

Placements24; Durban; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote work allowances

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks an in-house legal counsel specializing in contracts for a fully remote team. You will draft, review, negotiate, and advise on commercial contracts, including supply, service, and transportation agreements, and MOUs, ensuring compliance across SA and international jurisdictions from Durban or anywhere in SA.

The ideal candidate is admitted to the SA High Court, holds an LL.B. or equivalent, with at least five years of post-qualification contract experience, strong negotiation

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• LL.B. or equivalent law degree.
• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience focusing on contract and commercial law.
• Proven drafting, negotiating, and managing a high volume of complex contracts.
• Solid understanding of contract principles, risk management, and legal compliance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote setting.

Responsabilités

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts including SLAs, MOUs, NDAs, and supply chain agreements.
• Advise business teams on contractual terms, risks, and legal implications.
• Ensure contracts comply with South African laws and international jurisdictions.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from initiation to renewal.
• Develop and maintain standard contract templates and playbooks.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, and operations teams for clarity and alignment.
• Assist in dispute resolution related to contracts.

Connaissances

Contract law

Negotiation

Contract management

Risk assessment

Legal advisory

Remote collaboration

Formation

LL.B. or equivalent

Admitted Attorney

Outils

Contract management software

Description du poste

Placements24 seeks an in-house legal counsel specializing in contracts for a fully remote team. You will draft, review, negotiate, and advise on commercial contracts, including supply, service, and transportation agreements, and MOUs, ensuring compliance across SA and international jurisdictions from Durban or anywhere in SA.

The ideal candidate is admitted to the SA High Court, holds an LL.B. or equivalent, with at least five years of post-qualification contract experience, strong negotiation