Senior Commercial Contracts Lawyer – Hybrid, Tech-Driven Deals

Placements24; Benoni; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Competitive salary + bonus

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Medical aid

Annual leave

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Commercial Contracts Lawyer to draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including master service agreements, software licenses, and NDAs. You will work with sales, procurement, and business development to support growth.

Based in a hybrid Benoni office, you will provide risk assessments, advise on terms and liabilities, develop standard templates, and oversee the contract lifecycle from drafting to execution.

Qualificações

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with at least 6 years' experience in commercial contract law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating a wide variety of commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of contract law, IP, and data privacy regulations.
• Experience in the technology sector is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple contract negotiations simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsabilidades

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, including master service agreements, software licenses, partnership agreements, NDAs, and procurement contracts.
• Advise internal stakeholders on contract terms, risks, and liabilities.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Develop and maintain standard contract templates and playbooks.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from drafting to execution and ongoing administration.
• Liaise with business units to understand their needs and provide tailored legal solutions.
• Support procurement processes and advise on supplier agreements.
• Assist in resolving contract disputes and interpreting contractual clauses.
• Stay updated on legal developments impacting commercial contracts and technology law.
• Provide training to business teams on contract best practices.

Conhecimentos

Commercial contracts drafting

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Formação

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Ferramentas

Contract management software

Descrição da vaga

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Commercial Contracts Lawyer to draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including master service agreements, software licenses, and NDAs. You will work with sales, procurement, and business development to support growth.

Based in a hybrid Benoni office, you will provide risk assessments, advise on terms and liabilities, develop standard templates, and oversee the contract lifecycle from drafting to execution.