Senior In-House Contract Counsel (SA)

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension fund

Medical aid

Career advancement

Stable work environment in Tembisa

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Legal Advisor specializing in contracts to join the Gauteng-based legal team in Tembisa. You will review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements, ensuring legal soundness and risk mitigation across departments.

The ideal candidate has an LLB or equivalent, 5+ years in contract law, and admissions as a SA Advocate or Attorney preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• LLB degree or equivalent qualification.
• Strong drafting and negotiating of complex contracts.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts including service, supply, and partnership agreements.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks in contracts and advise on requirements.
• Ensure contracts comply with South African law and regulations.
• Advise internal stakeholders on terms, obligations, and liabilities.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Legal analysis

Communication

Independent work

Education

LLB or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Legal databases

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Legal Advisor specializing in contracts to join the Gauteng-based legal team in Tembisa. You will review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements, ensuring legal soundness and risk mitigation across departments.

The ideal candidate has an LLB or equivalent, 5+ years in contract law, and admissions as a SA Advocate or Attorney preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills are essential.