Head of Legal

The job holder is responsible for managing the legal affairs of the organization and providing leadership to the legal team and support staff, including:

• Leading the development and implementation of legal procedures and policies for compliance.

• Drafting, negotiating, and vetting contracts and agreements.

• Conducting legal training for staff.

• Representing the company in legal proceedings.

• Identifying and mitigating legal risk.

Key Responsibilities: Advisory

• Ensure full compliance with all statutory obligations.

• Keep management informed of any legal changes that may impact company operations.

• Perform legal research, analysis, and prepare legal opinions on emerging issues.

• Conduct legal reviews and provide advice on key documents, agreements, policies, and procedures.

• Monitor and follow up on all cases involving the company to secure timely and favorable outcomes.

Contract Management

• Draft and develop contract clauses that align with the company’s needs and requirements.

• Create templates for new projects and ensure they are uploaded into the ERP system for use.

• Review contracts to ensure the inclusion of essential clauses.

• Approve contracts for signature, both internal and external, ensuring they adhere to negotiated terms and that thorough due diligence has been completed.

• Approve all Sale Agreements before they are forwarded to clients.

Legal Operations

• Oversee the effective operation of departmental activities.

• Assign tasks and responsibilities to staff members.

• Serve as a liaison between management and the department.

• Manage the backup of departmental data, ensuring it is safely stored weekly (including customer inquiries and relevant information

• Safeguard the company’s seals, stamps, and directors’ stamps.

• Ensure accurate and clear data entry to facilitate the generation of detailed reports.

Dispute Resolution and Case Management

• Respond promptly to all court summons, pleadings, and demand letters received by the company.

• Maintain a schedule of all ongoing court cases, including hearing dates.

• Ensure the company is represented in court by qualified advocates.

• Safeguard and organize all documentary and other evidence, ensuring files are up-to-date and managing the overall litigation process.

• Prepare and submit monthly litigation progress reports to the Directors.

People Management

• Uphold and promote the company’s rules, vision, and mission.

• Manage employee performance, disci...