Job Purpose
The HeadDirector of Legal is responsible for leading and managing the Legal Department & reporting to the chief of the shared services within the group. The role oversees all legal matters including litigation management, contracts and agreements, legal consultation, risk mitigation, and governance, while acting as a strategic legal advisor to senior management and the Board.
About the Company:
We are a publicly listed company operating within the IT, Telecom, & Software Development sector. Our portfolio includes innovative technology solutions and software platforms designed to serve both Government and Enterprise clients.
Key Responsibilities
1. Legal Leadership & Department Management
- Lead, manage, and develop the Legal Department, including internal legal staff and external legal advisors.
- Provide strategic legal guidance to executive management and key stakeholders.
2. Litigation & Dispute Management
- Oversee and manage all litigation, disputes, and claims involving the company.
- Assess legal risks, define legal strategies, and ensure timely resolution of cases.
- Provide regular litigation status reports to senior management.
3. Contracts & Agreements
- Oversee drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and approving all contracts and agreements, including:
- Commercial contracts
- Vendor and supplier agreements
- Employment contracts
- Partnership, JV, and MOUs
- NDAs and confidentiality agreements
- Ensure contracts comply with local laws, company policies, and risk appetite.
- Develop and maintain contract templates and approval workflows.
4. Legal Consultation & Advisory
- Provide legal consultation to all departments on business operations, transactions, and initiatives.
- Advise on corporate matters, regulatory compliance, and operational risks.
- Support strategic projects, mergers, acquisitions, restructuring, and expansions.
- Interpret new laws and regulations and assess their impact on the business.
5. Compliance, Governance & Risk
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory authorities.
- Oversee corporate governance matters, including Board and committee support.
- Identify legal risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Lead internal legal audits and support external audits when required.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) Master's Degree is an advantage.
- 1015 years of progressive legal experience, including senior leadership roles.
- Strong experience in litigation, contracts, and corporate legal advisory.
