Senior Contracts & Compliance Counsel – Remote

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Advisor specializing in Contracts & Compliance to join our remote-first legal team supporting operations in Mahikeng. The role requires overseeing contract negotiation, risk management, and regulatory adherence for a growing enterprise, with significant autonomy in shaping legal policies in a fully remote setting.

The successful candidate will lead negotiations, draft complex commercial agreements, develop compliance programs, conduct risk

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with 7+ years' experience in contract law and compliance.
• Proven drafting and negotiating experience on commercial agreements.
• Experience developing and implementing compliance programs.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiation, drafting, and finalization of complex commercial contracts.
• Develop and implement effective compliance strategies and policies.
• Conduct risk assessments on contracts and business practices.
• Advise stakeholders on contractual obligations and compliance matters.
• Manage external counsel and oversee litigation matters as necessary.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Compliance programs

Risk assessment

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Qualified Attorney

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Advisor specializing in Contracts & Compliance to join our remote-first legal team supporting operations in Mahikeng. The role requires overseeing contract negotiation, risk management, and regulatory adherence for a growing enterprise, with significant autonomy in shaping legal policies in a fully remote setting.

The successful candidate will lead negotiations, draft complex commercial agreements, develop compliance programs, conduct risk