Senior In-House Counsel: Commercial Contracts & Negotiation

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance bonuses

Medical aid and pension fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks an experienced In-House Legal Counsel specializing in Commercial Contracts to support the group's extensive commercial operations. You will review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements in a fast-paced industrial environment.

The ideal candidate is an Admitted Attorney with at least 7 years of experience in commercial contracts, with strong drafting, negotiation, and risk management skills, and the ability to collaborate across business teams.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 7 years of experience focusing on commercial contracts.
• Proven expertise in drafting and negotiating complex business agreements.
• Strong understanding of contract law and commercial risk management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including supply, service, and partnership agreements.
• Advise business units on contractual risks and liabilities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and South African laws.
• Manage contract lifecycle, including renewals and terminations.
• Liaise with external counsel when specialized expertise is required.
• Assist in resolving contractual disputes and claims.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Commercial contracts

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Admitted Attorney

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks an experienced In-House Legal Counsel specializing in Commercial Contracts to support the group's extensive commercial operations. You will review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements in a fast-paced industrial environment.

The ideal candidate is an Admitted Attorney with at least 7 years of experience in commercial contracts, with strong drafting, negotiation, and risk management skills, and the ability to collaborate across business teams.