Legal Officer

About the Organization

COPEDU Plc is a Public Limited Company licensed by the National Bank of Rwanda to operate as a Financial Institution. Registered with the Office of the Registrar General, COPEDU Plc is a Deposit Taking Financial Institution operating in Rwanda and offering banking services as mandated under Rwandan law.

Position Overview

Department: Legal and Company Secretary

Reports to: Legal and Litigation Manager

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

General Description

The Legal Officer is responsible for providing legal support and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations across COPEDU Plc's operations. This role involves preparing, reviewing, and executing legal documents, advising management on legal risks, and supporting corporate governance matters to protect the company's interests.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance to various departments on regulatory compliance, contracts, operations, finance, and human resource matters
• Interpret laws, regulations, and judicial decisions to guide company policies and business decisions
• Monitor changes in legal and regulatory frameworks and advise management on potential impacts
• Conduct legal research and issue legal opinions to ensure compliance with applicable laws and internal policies
• Draft, review, and support the execution of legal documents including contracts, agreements, NDAs, and MOUs
• Ensure all legal documents are accurate, enforceable, and aligned with the company's risk management objectives
• Maintain an organized filing and tracking system for contracts and legal correspondence
• Ensure timely and compliant filing of all legal documents with regulatory bodies such as the Registrar General and BNR
• Identify legal risks in proposed business decisions and recommend solutions
• Support the Legal Manager in managing litigation matters