Senior Associate – Legal

A reputable organization seeks a dedicated individual for this role. Role Objective - Provide senior-level legal advisory, transaction, and litigation support while contributing to business development and firm growth. - The role combines corporate/commercial legal expertise, case and transaction management, and team leadership. Key Responsibilities: - Report to the Managing Partner on legal matters and firm activities - Conduct advanced legal research and prepare opinions and advisory notes - Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and transaction documents - Handle corporate transactions, restructurings, M&A, and regulatory filings - Manage assigned cases, pleadings, motions, and legal processes - Represent clients in court, tribunals, and ADR proceedings - Support company secretarial and corporate governance functions - Engage clients and manage relationships professionally - Contribute to client acquisition and cross-selling initiatives - Mentor junior lawyers and review legal work output - Support nominee training programs and structured legal capacity building. KPIs - Quality and timeliness of legal opinions and documentation - Effective case and transaction delivery - Client satisfaction and responsiveness - Business development contribution - Governance and compliance accuracy - Team mentorship and collaboration. Required Qualifications: & Experience - LL.B + BL (Call to Bar required)  - LL.M (Corporate/Commercial/Business Law preferred) - 8–10 years post-qualification experience - Strong background in corporate transactions, governance, and compliance - Experience mentoring junior lawyers and supporting business growth - Relevant certifications in governance, compliance, or project management are an advantage - Experience in Accounting or have worked with a Finance firm is a strong advantage. Core Skills: - Technical: Corporate & commercial law, legal drafting, M&A, compliance, litigation/ADR, company secretarial practice, transaction structuring, legal research, case management, legal tech tools. - Behavioral: Leadership, communication, negotiation, critical thinking, time management, professionalism, client focus, sound judgment under pressure.