Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Legal Affairs Management:

• Provide expert legal advice and guidance to senior management and the board on legal matters affecting the organization.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to protect the organization’s interests.
• Manage litigation, disputes, and legal proceedings, including liaising with external legal counsel as necessary.
• Oversee the organization’s compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Monitor changes in legislation and advise on their impact on the organization’s operations and strategy.
• Lead efforts in intellectual property management, ensuring the organization’s assets are adequately protected.

2. Corporate Governance:

• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust corporate governance framework in line with best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure effective corporate governance practices are in place, including board management, meeting protocols, and policy development.
• Act as the company secretary, managing board meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and ensuring proper documentation.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of statutory filings and reports to regulatory bodies.
• Ensure that the board and its committees operate within the framework of relevant laws, regulations, and governance policies.
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of corporate governance policies and procedures.

3. Risk and Compliance Management:

• Identify and mitigate legal and governance risks across the organization.
• Develop and implement compliance programs to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor compliance with internal policies, procedures, and corporate governance standards.
• Lead investigations into potential breaches of legal or governance standards and manage the resolution process.
• Provide training and awareness programs for employees on legal, regulatory, and governance matters.

REQUIREMENT

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) with a valid license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction. A master’s degree or additional certifications in corporate governance, risk management, or compliance are advantageous.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in a legal or corporate governance role, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and legal practices relevant to the industry.
• Proven experience in managing legal and governance functions in a complex, dynamic organization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with board members, senior management, regulators, and external stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities, with a focus on driving performance and fostering a culture of compliance and integrity.
• High level of integrity, ethics, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in legal research, contract negotiation, and governance software tools.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align legal and governance strategies with the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading legal and governance teams, driving initiatives, and managing change.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex legal and regulatory issues and provide clear, actionable advice.
• Risk Management: Strong skills in identifying and mitigating legal and governance risks.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to different audiences.