Senior Commercial Lawyer - Hybrid, High-Impact Contracts

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Medical aid and pension benefits

Professional development opportunities

High-profile legal matters

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Lawyer to oversee a broad spectrum of commercial matters, including high-value contracts, supplier agreements, and complex transactions. This hybrid role combines office presence with remote flexibility and offers significant autonomy and strategic influence within the company.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in commercial law, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to guide business units while

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with 8+ years post-qualification experience.
• Extensive experience in commercial law, contracts, and transactions.
• Deep understanding of South African contract law and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of complex commercial contracts including M&A and joint ventures.
• Provide expert legal counsel on a wide array of commercial issues affecting the business.
• Manage legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance across operations.
• Oversee litigation and coordinate with external counsel as needed.
• Advise senior management on legal implications of business decisions.
• Develop and maintain standard legal templates and contract management systems.
• Mentor junior legal team members and contribute to department development.

Skills

Commercial law

Contract negotiation

Leadership potential

Stakeholder influence

Education

LLB/Admitted Attorney (SA)

Tools

Contract management systems

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Lawyer to oversee a broad spectrum of commercial matters, including high-value contracts, supplier agreements, and complex transactions. This hybrid role combines office presence with remote flexibility and offers significant autonomy and strategic influence within the company.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in commercial law, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to guide business units while