Legal Manager

Job description

Description:

Job Purpose
The Legal Manager will safeguard the interest of the company and provide legal assistance to department head and leadership in developing the agreement communications and business policies Overseeing the legal aspects of business operations and transactions Managing relationships with external legal counsel and regulatory authorities Providing guidance on labor law intellectual property and contract disputes Developing and implementing legal strategies to protect the organizations interests Conducting legal research and staying updated on changes in laws and regulations.

Summary of Key Responsibilities;

Providing legal advice and guidance managing the organizations legal matters and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
Provide Counsel Assistance and Support in creation of structures and environment for ethical and legal compliances and support enforcement of global compliance policies that are applicable across multiple business units
Negotiating and drafting various legal agreements and contracts
Representing the organization in legal proceedings when necessary
Collaborating with other departments to ensure legal compliance in business activities
Providing training to employees on legal matters and compliance requirements
Advising senior management on legal implications and potential risks
Advising on general business law issues and managing the legal issues of all areas of the company including but not limited to corporate matters procurement safety security insurance and sustainability issues
Represent the Company at Corporate and Government events as required in liaison with the CEO
Execute procedures for protecting patents trademarks and industrial designs
Keeping up with current changes on all relevant areas of laws and contributing to the enhancement of the knowledge base of the organizations legal function
Provide legal assistance to Human resources team for employment matters and contract drafting for employment and other relating matters
Ensure compliance with the internal controls statutory regulations and other formalities
Draft legal documents such as contracts statements agreements
Proactively create and maintain awareness of business employees for compliance with relevant laws and regulations
Collaborate with stakeholders and account owners  departments to educate internal stakeholders on compliance legal and data protection requirements and to continuously promote a culture of compliance integrity and data protection internally

Required Skills and Abilities;

Excellent Communications Skills
Good Engagement Skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to work under minimum supervision
Must be innovative and should demonstrate the qualities of a team player.
Must have strong team building, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to clearly explain legal matters.
Must have strong organizational skills
Primary Areas of Accountability:

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor of Laws Degree
Must have a minimum of 6 years working experience as Legal Manager or Assistant Head Legal
Must have proven experience in regulatory compliance and provision of legal advisory services to management and the Board
Strong background in corporate law and the ability to handle complex legal matters with minimal supervision 
Exposure to commercial transactions Mergers and Acquisitions will be a plus
Strong legal experience in Corporate and Commercial Matters
Experience on managing external legal counsels is an added advantage
Familiar with corporate governance and assurance structures and policies
Demonstrate success in managing and conducting a variety of litigation matters
Must be a member of LAZ with valid practicing certificate 

                     QUALIFIED & EXPERIENCED FEMALES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

If you meet the hiring requirements for the position, please email your CV in Ms Word and Cover Letter clearly stating your salary expectations to: jobs@bemconsult.com & Cc bemconsult20@gmail.com   

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