Legal Counsel

Key Responsibilities: Commercial Agreements: Draft, review, and negotiate commercial, client, licensing, and partnership agreements. Dispute Management: Provide guidance on and manage potential disputes. Business Outcomes: Deliver results in a dynamic, global environment. Communication: Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills. Corporate Governance: Advise the Board and senior management on best practices. Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Organize and attend board meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes. Regulatory Compliance: Maintain statutory registers and records. File necessary documents with regulatory authorities. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation. Company Secretary Functions: Manage and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Oversee board and shareholder meetings, prepare agendas, and maintain statutory records. Legal Advisory: Provide strategic legal advice to management on corporate issues. Assess legal implications and risks associated with business decisions Board Support: Act as the communication link between the Board and shareholders. Provide administrative support, including preparing and distributing board papers. Shareholder Relations: Manage communication with shareholders and organize AGMs and EGMs. Handle shareholder inquiries and maintain the share register. Contract Drafting and Review: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements with external parties. Ensure contracts comply with legal requirements and protect the companys interests. Ensure accurate maintenance and secure storage of company records. Prepare and manage documentation for significant corporate events Corporate Transactions: Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring. Conduct due diligence and assist in transactional documentation. Training and Development: Provide training to the Board and senior management on governance issues. Stay updated with legislative changes and promote best practices. Qualifications: Proven track record in a global environment. Strong drafting and negotiation skills. Excellent communication skills. Experience in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management.