Legal Officer

• Ensure the company complies with all relevant laws and regulations
• Keep abreast of changes in laws and regulations that may affect the company.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Ensure all contracts are legally sound and comply with company policies.
• Handle and oversee litigation, arbitration, and other dispute-resolution processes
• Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with the company’s operations.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to reduce legal risk
• Ensure that the company adheres to corporate governance principles and practices.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues.
• Conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations
• Ensure HR policies and procedures comply with legal requirements.
• Develop and update HR policies and employee handbooks.
• Provide training on legal and HR compliance issues.
• Develop and implement training programs for employees and management on topics such as workplace harassment, diversity, and inclusion.
• Assist in the recruitment process, including drafting job descriptions and conducting interviews.
• Oversee the onboarding process to ensure new hires are integrated into the company smoothly.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) and admission to the bar.
• Should have a knowledge of Property Law
• The Ideal candidate has human resource experience
• Additional qualification, certification, or experience in Human Resource
• 2 years experience as a legal officer or attorney, with a strong understanding of corporate and property law.
• Experience in human resources management, preferably in a corporate setting.
• In-depth knowledge of employment law, labor regulations, and HR best practices.
• Understanding of corporate governance and compliance issues.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Personal Attributes:

• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
• Proactive and able to anticipate and mitigate potential issues.