Remote In-House Counsel - Commercial Contracts Expert

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced In-House Counsel focused on commercial contracts. The role is based in Rustenburg but fully remote within South Africa, enabling work from anywhere in the country.

You will draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements to safeguard the company and enable growth. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in commercial law, strong SA contract knowledge, and proven negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial law with emphasis on drafting and negotiating contracts.
• Proven track record of managing a high volume of commercial agreements.
• Strong knowledge of South African contract law and business practices.
• In-house counsel experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts including supplier, customer, NDA, and partnership agreements.
• Provide proactive legal advice on commercial transactions and business initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate potential legal risks related to contractual obligations.
• Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations and company policies.
• Advise on contract interpretation and dispute resolution for commercial agreements.
• Liaise with external counsel and manage external legal spend.
• Support business development and procurement teams on contract matters.
• Maintain a comprehensive contract management system.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Contract drafting

Education

Admitted Attorney (High Court of SA)

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced In-House Counsel focused on commercial contracts. The role is based in Rustenburg but fully remote within South Africa, enabling work from anywhere in the country.

You will draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements to safeguard the company and enable growth. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in commercial law, strong SA contract knowledge, and proven negotiation skills.