Group Legal Counsel

• Providing strategic legal guidance aligned with of Group's business objectives.
• Anticipating legal issues and providing clear and actionable legal advice to Management.
• Developing and evaluating appropriate solutions to accomplish Management's goal's while minimizing risk, with priority given to situations of greatest risk, significance, and time sensitivity.
• Assisting the business in obtaining and coordinating legal and tax advice necessary for setting up new offices, ensuring compliance with local regulations and business requirements.
• Conducting legal research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
• Drafting, reviewing, and maintaining agreements, policies and procedures and other legal documents.
• Educating and training the Group's community on legal and compliance matters.
• Handling agreements and disputes effectively.

• Undergraduate degree in Law from an accredited University.
• Postgraduate degree in Law will be considered an advantage.
• 7+ years of post-qualification legal experience gained at a respected law firm and/or as in-house counsel.
• Substantial experience in drafting and reviewing contracts and policies.
• Extensive experience in researching and advising on international laws and regulations.
• Self-motivated, dedicated, and able to work independently, taking full accountability for assigned work and delivering results under minimal supervision, as well as working effectively across different teams and departments.
• Exceptional English language skills, with full fluency in reading, writing, speaking and professional communication.

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