Remote Legal Counsel - Specializing In Contract Law

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary and incentives

Health and wellness program

Access to leading legal tech

Professional development

Global team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a remote Legal Counsel with expertise in contract law for a leading international technology firm. This fully remote role supports global commercial agreements and compliance from anywhere, including East London, Eastern Cape.

You will draft, review, and negotiate SaaS, vendor, and partnership contracts; provide strategic legal advice; and develop templates. A SA-qualified attorney with 6+ years in contract law is preferred.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with 6+ years in contract law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex international commercial agreements.
• Strong knowledge of global contract law, common law and civil law.
• Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with contract management systems and e-signature tools.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Familiarity with IP law and data protection is preferred.
• Fluent English with strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate SaaS, vendor, partnership contracts, and NDAs.
• Provide guidance on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Develop standardized contract templates and playbooks.
• Collaborate with sales, procurement, product teams to meet business needs.
• Conduct legal research on global laws affecting contracts.
• Manage contract lifecycle from initiation to termination using contract management software.
• Advise on data privacy and cybersecurity clauses to comply with GDPR/POPIA.
• Deliver legal training on contract best practices.
• Improve legal processes and tools for the remote team.

Skills

Contract law

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Legal research

Communication

Data privacy

Remote work

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Tools

Contract management systems

E-signature platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering international technology firm, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Legal Counsel with a specialization in Contract Law. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be instrumental in developing, reviewing, and negotiating a wide array of commercial agreements that underpin our client's global operations. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise to provide strategic legal advice, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with international legal standards. This role is ideal for a legal professional who thrives in a virtual environment and is adept at managing complex contractual relationships. You will be a key player in safeguarding the company's interests and facilitating its continued expansion into new markets, all while working remotely from East London, Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including SaaS agreements, vendor contracts, partnership agreements, and NDAs.
• Provide expert legal guidance on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Develop and implement standardized contract templates and playbooks to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including sales, procurement, and product teams, to understand business needs and provide tailored legal solutions.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant laws and regulations impacting contract agreements globally.
• Manage contract lifecycle, from initiation to execution and termination, utilizing contract management software.
• Advise on data privacy and cybersecurity clauses within contracts, ensuring compliance with GDPR, POPIA, and other relevant regulations.
• Assist in the development and delivery of legal training programs for business teams on contract best practices.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of legal processes and tools for the remote legal team.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa or equivalent qualification, with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, primarily in contract law.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements in an international context.
• Strong understanding of global contract law principles, common law, and civil law jurisdictions.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in using legal technology, including contract management systems and e-signature platforms.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage a demanding workload, and meet tight deadlines in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with intellectual property law and data protection regulations is highly desirable.
• A proactive mindset and a strong business acumen.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, practical legal advice.
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and verbal.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Opportunity to work with a leading global technology company.
• Contribution to a comprehensive health and wellness program.
• Access to cutting-edge legal technology and resources.
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning support.
• Collaborative team environment with regular virtual team-building activities.