Associate Legal Counsel
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate Legal Counsel to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive legal support across the business, assisting with a wide range of legal matters including contracts, corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory issues. This role requires excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills to help navigate complex legal landscapes and support business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
· Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts and agreements, including NDAs, service agreements, partnership agreements, and more.
· Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws and internal policies.
· Maintain and manage the contract database, tracking key dates and obligations.
· Assist in the preparation and review of corporate governance documents, including board resolutions, minutes, and corporate policies.
· Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and regulatory requirements.
· Support corporate transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
· Provide legal advice on regulatory and compliance matters relevant to the business.
· Monitor changes in laws and regulations and advise on their impact on the company.
· Assist in the development and implementation of compliance programs and policies.
· Assist in managing litigation and dispute resolution processes.
· Liaise with external counsel and coordinate legal actions as needed.
· Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents and correspondence.
· Identify and assess legal risks and provide strategic advice to mitigate these risks.
· Develop and implement risk management strategies in collaboration with other departments.
· Conduct training sessions on legal and compliance topics for employees.
· Provide day-to-day legal support and advice to various business units.
· Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant legal developments.
· Assist in the preparation of legal reports and presentations for senior management.
Skills
Qualifications and Skills:
· Law Degree from an accredited law school.
· Admitted to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
· Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a corporate legal department or law firm.
· Experience in contract law, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and litigation.
· Proficient in legal research tools and contract management systems.
· Strong understanding of corporate and commercial law.
· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
· Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide clear, practical advice.
· Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
· Ability to effectively communicate legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
· Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across the organization.
· High level of integrity and professional ethics.