Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly competent Legal Officer to provide comprehensive legal support, ensure regulatory compliance, manage contractual matters, and safeguard the organization’s legal interests. The ideal candidate should have 8–10 years of relevant professional experience and demonstrate strong expertise in legal advisory, contract management, compliance, and dispute resolution.
Key Responsibilities
Provide timely and practical legal advice to management and various departments.
Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, leases, and other legal documents.
Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and industry requirements.
Conduct legal research and provide guidance on emerging legal and regulatory issues.
Manage relationships with external advocates, regulators, government agencies, and other legal stakeholders.
Support the organization in litigation, dispute resolution, arbitration, and other legal proceedings.
Review business transactions and identify potential legal risks and liabilities.
Develop and maintain legal policies, procedures, templates, and compliance frameworks.
Maintain accurate records of contracts, legal matters, licenses, disputes, and regulatory requirements.
Assist in corporate governance matters, including preparation of resolutions, minutes, and statutory documentation.
Conduct legal due diligence where required.
Advise on employment, commercial, procurement, intellectual property, and general corporate legal matters.
Support senior management in mitigating legal and regulatory risks.
Prepare legal reports, opinions, briefs, and updates for management.
Promote a strong culture of legal compliance and ethical business practices.