Key Responsibilities / Daily Duties
- Conduct comprehensive legal research on laws, legislation, and regulations relevant to the academic and education sector.
- Analyze applicable laws, legislation, and regulations to assess their impact on the Academy's activities and operations.
- Review and prepare periodic reports on relevant legal and regulatory developments.
- Identify appropriate legal solutions to legal matters based on the analysis of relevant information and applicable legislation.
- Analyze information and documentation required for the preparation of legal pleadings and submissions to senior management and relevant authorities.
- Provide legal support to concerned organizational units in drafting internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations and mitigate potential legal liabilities.
- Participate in workshops and meetings related to the development and review of internal policies and procedures.
- Review contracts, agreements, and Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to ensure the inclusion of appropriate provisions that mitigate potential legal risks and protect the Academy's rights and interests.
- Prepare, review, and update legal documents and records, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and validity of the information contained therein.
- Gather and analyze relevant information to support the development of internal policies and procedures and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Provide legal clarifications and respond to legal inquiries to ensure stakeholders receive accurate and up-to-date legal information regarding their rights, obligations, and applicable requirements.
- Monitor updates and amendments to relevant laws, legislation, and regulations on an ongoing basis.
- Perform any additional duties assigned by the direct manager that fall within the scope of the role.
Qualifications and Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in law or a related field.
Professional Experience
- 3–5 years of professional experience in legal affairs, preferably within the education sector or an academic institution.
- Previous experience in legal research and legal studies within the academic or education sector, preferably with reputable or well-established organizations.
