Senior Contract Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development

Autonomy in managing contracts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Contract Specialist to join their remote legal team, supporting operations across regions including Nelspruit. You will lead negotiation, drafting, and finalization of complex commercial contracts, including NDAs, service agreements, and master service agreements, while advising procurement, sales and project management on terms and obligations.

This remote-first role requires a law or business degree (an LLB is highly advantageous) and at least seven years of

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of dedicated experience in contract law and management.
• Proven expertise in negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiation, drafting, and finalization of complex commercial contracts including NDAs and MSAs.
• Provide expert advice on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure contracts meet business objectives.
• Develop and implement best practices for contract management lifecycle.

Skills

Contract law

Risk assessment

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law or Business

LLB or related qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for an accomplished Senior Contract Specialist to join their fully remote legal team, serving operations across various regions including Nelspruit . This pivotal role will focus on the end-to-end management of complex commercial contracts, ensuring they align with business objectives and mitigate legal risks. You will be a key advisor to procurement, sales, and project management teams, providing expert guidance on contractual terms and obligations. This is an excellent remote-first opportunity for a seasoned contracts professional seeking to leverage their expertise in a flexible environment, making a significant impact from their home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the negotiation, drafting, and finalization of complex commercial contracts, including NDAs, service agreements, and master service agreements.
• Provide expert advice on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and compliance with legal requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure contracts meet objectives.
• Develop and implement best practices for contract management and lifecycle processes.
• Review vendor contracts and ensure favorable terms and conditions.
• Manage contract repositories and ensure accurate record-keeping for all agreements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, or a related field; an LLB or relevant legal qualification is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 7 years of dedicated experience in contract law and management.
• Proven expertise in negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, essential for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering exceptional flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced contract law training.
• Significant autonomy and responsibility in managing contractual matters.