Legal Business Developer

Recruiter:

Dante Personnel

Job Ref:

JHB007444/DF-JH

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Location:

Sandton, South Africa

Salary:

R20 000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
A dynamic and reputable law firm based in Sandton is seeking an experienced Legal Business Developer to join their team and play a strategic role in driving new business opportunities, managing tender processes, and strengthening client relationships
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded professional with strong tender management experience within a legal environment
Salary: R20 000 - R25 000 CTC, based on experience

POSITION INFO:

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 5+ years’ experience in legal business development, tender management or a related role
Proven experience working within a legal environment (essential)
Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Business Administration or a related field
Strong understanding of tender processes and bid compliance requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong presentation and negotiation abilities
Exceptional organisational and time-management skills
Strategic thinker with strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities

Key Performance Areas

Tender & Bid Management

Monitor and summarise new bid advertisements daily
Distribute new business leads to Directors promptly
Prepare and maintain tender documents, templates and proposals
Coordinate internal approvals and compile all tender inputs for final submission
Track deadlines and ensure timely, compliant submissions
Maintain and archive tender files; update bid registers and tender libraries
Assist with the preparation and review of tender packages, including instructions to bidders, contract forms, general terms & conditions, and bid documentation

Stakeholder Communication & Coordination

Liaise with internal departments on tender requirements, progress, and updates
Correspond with vendors and stakeholders, including handling NDAs and confirmations of interest
Draft professional written communication to internal teams, suppliers, bidders, and contractors
Provide support and respond to tender-related queries

Evaluation, Negotiation & Business Development

Contribute to tender evaluations and assist with contract negotiations
Support successful bids through to completion and handover
Ensure smooth coordination between relevant teams and external parties
Identify and pursue new business development opportunities

Consultant: Danielle Fortuin - Dante Personnel Johannesburg
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