Commercial Lawyer (Contract) - Homechoice (Southern Suburbs (Cape)) at HomeChoice Holdings Limited

Description

• We are seeking a commercial contract lawyer to assist with reviewing operational agreements, such as activation contracts, NDAs, data protection agreements, service provider agreements, independent contractor agreements, etc. The role also includes administrative assistance. The ideal candidate should have strong contract management experience and attention to detail.

What you will love doing in this role

• Drafting and review of contracts.  This requires collaboration with various stakeholders in the business to understand the goal of the contract, analyse the agreement, provide insights to mitigate risks & comprehend legal consequences.
• Knowledge of applicable legislation – Consumer Protection Act, Protection of Personal Information Act, Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act, Financial Intelligence Centre Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act & Labour Relations Act.
• Drafting of business policies – conduct, ethics, employment, standard operating procedures, process documents, etc.
• Providing support to various departments, such as procurement, supply chain (warehouse and logistics), merchandise, human resources.
• Drafting legal correspondence – such as, letters of demand, customer service responses, etc.
• Maintaining contract register.
• Ad hoc project work as needed by business and in response to regulatory changes & requirements.

Requirements
What you’ll need to do this role

Qualifications and Professional Responsibilities

• LLB degree..
• 2-4 years experience, with demonstrable practical experience in areas such as commercial contracts, commercial leases.
• Display a keen analytical mindset, enabling efficient problem-solving & a thorough assessment of legal matters & problem solving.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written & verbal, which are crucial for articulating legal concepts clearly & professionally.

Key Competencies

• Proficient technical drafting
• Critical & creative thinking
• Timeous delivery of work within agreed timelines, managing expectations & timeous escalation of work when required
• Willingness to learn & develop skills to enhance your offering to the business
• Working with colleagues in various areas of a diverse business environment 

Ideal Characteristics

• Capable of managing multiple tasks & priorities within a collaborative setting, without compromising the quality of work.
• Possess a strong commitment to delivering high-quality legal solutions that align with business needs & objectives.
• Display a self-driven approach, taking the initiative to excel independently while contributing positively to the legal team.
• Demonstrate high motivation to thrive within a dynamic legal environment, adaptability, & readiness to excel in diverse scenarios.

What we will love about you 

• Proficient technical drafting
• Critical & creative thinking
• Taking initiative & being proactive in the performance of the job
• Timeous delivery of work within agreed timelines, managing expectations & timeous escalation of work when required
• Willingness to learn & develop skills to enhance your offering to the business
• Working with colleagues in various areas of a diverse business environment 

Behaviours we love

• Wow my customer
• Walk in my customers’ shoes
• Deliver on my promises
• Deliver insight-led solutions my customers need
• Treat the business as my own
• Take accountability
• Be curious, creative & explore opportunities
• Do it right & at the right time
• Play as a team
• Be helpful
• Be inclusive
• Find the fun