Legal Associate at Pinnacle Oil & Gas Ltd

Role Overview

• The Legal Associate will provide operational legal support to the Legal Department, assisting with contract reviews, legal research, litigation support, and regulatory compliance matters.
• This role offers an opportunity for a developing legal professional to gain exposure to commercial transactions and corporate legal practice within the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct first-level review of commercial agreements including service contracts, vendor agreements, NDAs, and supply contracts.
• Perform legal research on regulatory and commercial law issues affecting the Company’s operations.
• Prepare legal memoranda, advisory notes, and internal briefing papers.
• Assist with management of litigation files and coordination with external counsel.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, legal opinions, and litigation documentation.
• Support compliance monitoring and regulatory reporting processes.
• Assist with drafting and review of internal policies and governance documents.

Minimum Requirements

• LL.B and BL qualification.
• 3–5 years post-call experience.
• Experience in contract drafting, legal research, and litigation support.
• Prior experience in corporate law practice or in-house legal roles will be an advantage.

Candidate Profile

• The successful candidate should demonstrate:
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and strong drafting ability.
• Ability to manage competing priorities within tight timelines.
• A proactive approach to problem solving.