Legal Manager

Job Description

The Legal Manager plays a pivotal role in managing contractual relationships, ensuring legal compliance, and implementing strategies to safeguard the organization's interests. This position contributes to the company's success by mitigating risks, supporting business objectives, and fulfilling company secretarial responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Contract Management: Review, draft, and negotiate contracts with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders, ensuring alignment with relevant laws and regulations. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to mitigate contractual risks and optimize terms that protect the organization s interests. Company Secretarial Responsibilities: Manage and maintain the company's statutory registers and records. Organize board and committee meetings, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Handle filings with regulatory authorities, including annual returns and other statutory submissions. Legal Compliance: Develop and implement a comprehensive legal compliance framework that aligns with both national regulations and internal policies. Monitor changes in legislation and regulatory landscapes, assessing their impact on the organization, and proactively updating policies and procedures to maintain compliance. Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify, evaluate, and address potential legal and regulatory risks to minimize the organization's exposure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement risk mitigation strategies, ensuring seamless integration into business operations. Policy Development: Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to enhance compliance and legal governance. Continuously review and update existing policies to reflect evolving legal standards and best practices. Audits and External Reporting: Conduct regular audits to identify and address process issues, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance. Assist in providing necessary information and documentation for external audits, ensuring a seamless audit process. Training and Knowledge Management: Train employees on compliance policies and procedures, fostering a culture of adherence. Keep abreast of regulatory changes and provide guidance to the organization on legal and compliance matters. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law from a reputable university or law college. 3-5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in a corporate environment. Being a Qualified CS is an added advantage Skills: Proficiency in contract drafting and negotiation. Strong understanding of applicable laws and regulations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently, managing multiple tasks concurrently. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.