Senior Contracts Counsel

Placements24; Graafwater; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 960,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, South Africa, seeks a proficient Legal Advisor specializing in contracts to draft, review, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements. You will ensure all contracts align with South African law and mitigate risk, and you will advise internal stakeholders on obligations and strategic implications.

This role offers exposure to diverse agreements in a growing business, a collaborative team environment, and opportunities for continuing professional development, with a

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney or qualified Legal Advisor with at least 4 years of experience in contract law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
• Strong understanding of South African contract law principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal professionals.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts including supplier, service, and partnership agreements.
• Ensure contracts comply with relevant laws and company policies.
• Advise internal stakeholders on contractual obligations, risks, and best practices.
• Maintain a central repository of all company contracts and manage renewals/terminations.
• Assist in resolving contractual disputes and provide legal interpretations.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Legal risk assessment

South African law

Clear communication

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, South Africa, seeks a proficient Legal Advisor specializing in contracts to draft, review, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements. You will ensure all contracts align with South African law and mitigate risk, and you will advise internal stakeholders on obligations and strategic implications.

This role offers exposure to diverse agreements in a growing business, a collaborative team environment, and opportunities for continuing professional development, with a