General Manager Legal

a senior-level executive responsible for overseeing all legal aspects of an organization

• Legal Strategy and Oversight:

  Developing and implementing legal strategies aligned with the company's overall goals, providing legal advice to senior management, and overseeing all legal activities.

• Contract Management:

  Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, ensuring they protect the company's interests and comply with relevant laws and regulations.

• Risk Management:

  Identifying and mitigating legal risks associated with business operations, transactions, and projects.

• Compliance:

  Ensuring the company adheres to all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

• Litigation Management:

  Managing litigation, coordinating with external counsel, and representing the company's interests in legal proceedings.

• Corporate Governance:

  Providing guidance on corporate governance matters, including compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Team Leadership:

  Leading and managing the legal department, including hiring, training, and performance management.

• Stakeholder Management:

  Building and maintaining relationships with external legal counsel, government agencies, and other stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Legal Expertise:

  Extensive knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and legal principles, with a strong understanding of corporate law, contract law, and litigation.

• Strategic Thinking:

  Ability to develop and implement legal strategies that align with business objectives.

• Communication Skills:

  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly to non-legal professionals.

• Leadership and Management:

  Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage a team, delegate tasks, and motivate others.

• Negotiation and Problem-Solving:

  Ability to negotiate effectively and resolve legal disputes.

• Risk Management:

  Ability to identify and assess legal risks and develop mitigation strategies.

• Education:

  A law degree (LLB or JD) is typically required, and a postgraduate degree (LLM or MBA) may be preferred.

• Experience:

  Significant 15 + Yrs of experience in a legal role, with increasing levels of responsibility, is essential.