Legal officer/HR Officer

Responsibilities:

• Provide internal advisory services to all business units and departments on a wide range of legal issues, including contracts, intellectual property, and regulatory matters;
  
• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize a variety of commercial and financial agreements, ensuring they comply with all statutory or legal requirements;
  
• Oversee and manage legal disputes and litigation matters, coordinating with external legal counsel when necessary, and representing the organization in court or alternative dispute resolution proceedings;
  
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, monitor legislative changes, and advise management on potential legal risks and implications;
  
• Assist in the development, review, and updating of internal policies and procedures, ensuring they are up to date with the latest legal and human resource requirements;
  
• Conduct legal research and analysis to provide informed recommendations and maintain accurate legal documentation and corporate records. 
  
• Assisting management in forecasting future staffing needs and developing strategies to meet them;
  
• Managing the end-to-end recruitment process, including posting job advertisements, screening resumes, shortlisting candidates, conducting interviews, checking references, and managing job offers;
• Coordinating new employee orientation and induction programs to ensure a smooth integration into the company culture and systems;
  
• Assisting with payroll processing and ensuring accurate and timely payment of salaries, bonuses, and expenses;
  
• Maintaining accurate and confidential employee records, files, and HR databases (HRIS);
  
• Developing, reviewing, and implementing HR policies and procedures that align with company goals and current employment legislation;
  
• Ensuring the organization complies with all relevant national and local labor laws, health and safety regulations, and reporting requirements to mitigate legal risks;

Requirement:

• 4 years of practice experience;
• Minimum academic qualification of a Bachelor of Law degree (Master's degree would be of additional advantage);
• Excellent verbal and written communication, active listening, and presentation skills to interact effectively with all levels of staff;
  
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and the ability to multitask and prioritize a diverse workload;
• Strong interpersonal skill and empathy 
  
• Sound ethical judgement and integrity
• Ability to work effectively with diverse internal departments and external legal counsel
• High negotiation skills that demonstrate ability to effectively broker favorable deals and settlements while protecting company interests
• Understanding the business model to provide practical, solutions-focused legal advice
  
• Demonstrated ability to mediate and resolve internal disputes efficiently and fairly
• A solid understanding of current labor laws and regulations to ensure the company remains compliant
  
• Familiarity with standard Microsoft Office programs, HR software (HRIS), and payroll systems.