The Legal Officer will be responsible for managing the legal affairs of the Company to ensure statutory and regulatory compliance and limited legal risk /exposure.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Providing legal advice and assistance on all relevant aspects of government regulation and applicable law.
Supporting the review and drafting of contract agreements, leases and ensuring that they are in compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.
Spearhead the formulation of a sound contract management process from tendering to contract preparation, negotiation and execution.
Management of the registration of the company’s intellectual property rights for its products and services.
Ensuring that all the licenses, commercial and employment agreements and permits of the company are valid.
Participating in handling litigation and disputes involving the Company in liaison with the Company’s external lawyers.
Custodian of Company legal documents.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Degree in Law (LLB).
Post graduate Diploma in Law.
At least 2 years’ legal experience.
Experience in Commercial and Employment Law.
Superior verbal, written and communication skills.
