Legal Officer Job Description
As a Legal Officer, you will handle a variety of legal matters and assist with the preparation and review of legal documents. You will also research and analyze legal issues, provide legal opinions, and participate in contract negotiations. The ideal candidate has a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal support and advice to the company on a wide range of issues
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
- Review and advise on legal documents, contracts, and agreements
- Research and analyze legal issues and provide legal opinions
- Participate in contract negotiations and drafting
- Assist with corporate governance and compliance matters
- Manage legal disputes and litigation
- Stay up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations affecting the company
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Law or related field
- Admission to the Bar association and valid license to practice law
- Proven experience working as a Legal Officer or similar role
- Solid knowledge of corporate law and legal principles
- Ability to research and analyze complex legal issues
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organization skills
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks
- Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Proficiency in legal research and documentation
Skills
- Legal research and analysis
- Contract negotiation and drafting
- Corporate law
- Compliance management
- Litigation management
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Proficiency in legal research tools and software