Remote Legal Counsel - Commercial Contracts & Negotiation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-related bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Legal Advisor in Centurion, Gauteng, to oversee our contract management function. You will draft, review, and negotiate software licenses, SLAs, NDAs, and vendor agreements while advising internal teams on contract-related matters.

The ideal candidate is an Admitted Attorney with 5+ years in commercial law, capable of implementing templates, mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance across the contract lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with at least 5 years of experience in commercial law, with a strong focus on contract drafting and negotiation.
• Proven experience managing a high volume of contracts in a corporate or commercial setting.
• Solid understanding of South African contract law and related legislation.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly and concisely to non-legal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with contract management software is advantageous.
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Must be fluent in English and possess strong written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including software licenses, SLAs, NDAs, and vendor agreements.
• Provide legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on contract-related matters.
• Develop and implement standardized contract templates and clauses.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant legislation throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Manage the contract approval process and maintain an organized contract database.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with contractual arrangements.
• Liaise with external counsel when specialized legal expertise is required.
• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations affecting commercial contracts.
• Assist in dispute resolution related to contractual obligations.
• Provide training to business units on contract best practices.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Legal Advisor in Centurion, Gauteng, to oversee our contract management function. You will draft, review, and negotiate software licenses, SLAs, NDAs, and vendor agreements while advising internal teams on contract-related matters.

The ideal candidate is an Admitted Attorney with 5+ years in commercial law, capable of implementing templates, mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance across the contract lifecycle.