Lead, Legal Services at Workforce Group

We are seeking to hire an ideal candidate for a Lead legal service role for our client.

Educational & Professional Requirement:

• First degree or its equivalent in Law or international equivalent from a reputable University.
• LL.M or Post graduate degree in Law from a recognized University and a Diploma in Legal Practice of a recognized Bar Course.
• Professional legal practice and progressive experience of not less than 8 years with minimum of three year of supervisory or lead responsibility.
• Strong business acumen, stakeholder management, organizational, communication and schedule management skills.
• Experience in FMCG industry is an added advantage.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Assist to provide strategic direction and leadership on legal services which is in alignment with company corporate strategy.
• Provide legal advice, interpretation and guidance to company management team regarding contracts, state and federal regulatory requirements, intellectual property, and other business-related matters.
• Represent the company internally and externally in negotiation, dispute resolution, consultations and other proceedings that require legal representation.
• Provide guidance on the proper application and interpretation of laws and regulations as applicable to company business and ensure adequacy of controls to mitigate legal and other risks or concerns that may arise.
• Manage the day-to-day activities of the Unit and processes in line with established SOP and objectives of the company.
• Provide substantive guidance, advice, and training on contract negotiation and drafting, and process implementation and improvement.