Head of Legal at CIG Motor Ltd

What you would do:

• Legal Strategy and Compliance: Develop and implement the company's legal strategy, aligning it with the overall business objectives. Ensure the organization's compliance with national relevant laws, regulations, and contractual obligations, pertaining to the automotive industry.
• Contract Negotiation and Management: Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and review of various legal agreements, including vendor contracts, customer agreements, partnership agreements, and licensing arrangements.
• Risk Management: Identify potential legal risks and challenges faced by CIG Group and devise effective risk mitigation strategies. Advise management on potential legal implications of business decisions.
• Intellectual Property Protection: Safeguard the CIG Group's intellectual property rights, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents. Monitor and respond to any instances of intellectual property infringement.
• Litigation Management: Manage legal disputes, lawsuits, and claims involving CIG Group. Collaborate with external legal counsel when necessary and represent the company's interests in court proceedings.
• Regulatory Affairs: Keep abreast of changes in laws and regulations relevant to the automotive industry. Proactively advise the company on potential impacts and necessary adjustments to maintain compliance.
• Corporate Governance: Ensure the company's adherence to corporate governance principles and facilitate management meetings as required. Provide legal advice on corporate restructuring, and acquisitions.
• Employee Relations: Offer legal guidance on employment-related matters, including labor laws, contracts, and dispute resolution. Collaborate with the Human Resources department on employee-related legal issues.
• Ethics and Compliance: Promote an ethical culture within the organization and enforce adherence to the company's code of conduct and ethics policies.
• Training and Awareness: Conduct legal training sessions and workshops for employees to enhance legal awareness and promote a strong culture of compliance.

What you should have:

• BSc degree in Law or J.D. degree;
• MA or BSc in Business Administration and LL.M will be considered an advantage;
• Minimum of 12 years proven experience as a Legal Counsel in a business environment;
• Substantial experience as a practicing attorney, preferably with a focus on corporate law, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance;
• Prior experience in the automotive industry or related sectors is highly advantageous;
• Proven leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead a legal team effectively;
• Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Full comprehension of the influences of the external environment of a corporation;
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity;
• Sound judgement and ability to analyze situations and information;