Legal Contract Manager

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Secondments

Job Ref

Sec123

Date posted

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary

SUMMARY

This role will be responsible for drafting, negotiating, structuring, interpreting, executing, and/or administering contractual documents.

POSITION INFO

Contractual Documents Identifies business objectives of direct sales, licensing, consulting transactions, related issues, and facilitates risk/benefit analysis. Reviews, drafts and negotiates major account agreements, consulting agreements, special licensing, non-disclosure agreements, terms and amendments for customers Drives contract lifecycle from drafting through completion of the negotiation process, and/or contract execution. Manages contract change control process and related correspondence requiring legal input. Drafts, manages, distributes, responds to, or analyses Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quote (RFQ) or customer terms & conditions as needed. Maintains a deep understanding of the company contract templates, contracts policy, legal risk and liability, and company position on various matters. Prepares contracts for internal review and approval and ensures compliance with company policies as well as applicable laws or regulations. Interprets contracts and advises sales / consulting managers on contractual responsibilities. Translates complex commercial/legal scenarios into simple language and action plans. May mentor and train less experienced contract professionals. May work under the direction of other department staff (particularly the company's Regional Offices) or directly with business stakeholders Supports the company's Regional Offices / business stakeholders on sales-related projects SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE POSITION Business Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong negotiations and Leasing skills. Dynamic and enthusiastic The ability to interact professionally with tenants Competent time management skills Professional attitude and capability and personal initiative Be deadline driven Human Capital Transparent honesty. Reliability. Positive Attitude and highly motivated Lead by example. Assertive and effective communication. Sensitive to client and staff requirements and problems. Ability to create a professional office environment Organization and planning skills. REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING Relevant LLB degree or similar legal qualification REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE Must be an admitted Attorney Property industry experience is essential A Minimum 4 - 6 years working experience in the related field Strong Proficiency in relevant computer packages (MS Office) and software packages Excellent attention to detail and numerate accuracy