Responsibilities:
• Oversee all legal matters within the organization, including corporate governance, intellectual property, privacy, employment law, and compliance issues.
• Develop and implement legal strategies to protect the company\'s interests.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel and ensure all legal services are delivered effectively and efficiently.
• Provide legal advice and guidance on all kinds of legal matters.
• Ensure proper legal consultations are provided to departments in need.
• Prepare legal contracts, agreements, and other legal documents for the organization.
• Keep abreast of legislative changes that may affect the company and its affiliates.
• Perform pre-litigation work to minimize risks and maximize legal rights.
• Review advertising and marketing materials to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
Requirements:
• A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• A license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Proven experience as a legal counsel in a business environment.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate law and procedures.
• Full comprehension of the influences of the external environment of a corporation.
• High degree of professional ethics, integrity and gravitas.
• Excellent judgement and ability to analyze situations and information.
• Outstanding communication skills.
Preferred Skills:
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Ability to develop legal strategy and objectives.
• Well-versed in how business operate with financial acumen.
• High degree of professional ethics, integrity and gravitas.
• Excellent negotiation and communications skills.
• Ability to anticipate legal issues or risks and to see around the corner.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make effective decisions in a fast-paced environment.',