Lead and manage the entire legal function, providing strategic direction, oversight, and support to the legal team.
Provide expert legal advice to the Board, CEO, and senior leadership on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and business strategy.
Ensure the company complies with local laws, including the Companies Act, and relevant industry-specific regulations.
Identify and manage legal risks across business operations and transactions, overseeing their mitigation at a strategic level.
Lead the negotiation and review of major commercial contracts, such as vendor agreements, joint ventures, and licensing agreements, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Oversee litigation, dispute resolution, and external legal counsel, providing high-level guidance and ensuring that litigation strategies minimize risk and cost.
Provide strategic legal support during mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions, coordinating with internal and external parties.
Advise on employment law matters, employee relations, terminations, workplace policies, and compliance with the Employment Act, while overseeing the work of specialized employment counsel.
Oversee the management and protection of the company's intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks, patents, copyrights, and trade secrets.
Lead the development of internal legal policies and training programs to ensure company-wide compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
Build and manage a high-performing legal team, providing leadership, mentorship, and professional development to in-house counsel and support staff.
Collaborate closely with other departments (e.g., HR, Compliance, Finance) to integrate legal considerations into broader company strategy and operations.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in laws from a recognized law school. Postgraduate qualifications in Master of Laws is a plus.
Minimum of 8 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a senior legal role.
Expertise in corporate law, contract law, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution in the local market.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving and negotiation abilities.
Ability to collaborate effectively with senior management and the Board.
