Legal Manger at Mutual Benefit Assurance

JOB DESCRIPTION

Corporate Governance:

• Assist the Company Secretary in ensuring the company's compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Provide guidance tthe board of directors and senior management on corporate governance matters.
• Compliance and Regulatory Affairs:
• Support the Company Secretary in maintaining company records, organizing board meetings, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and regulatory filings.
• Assist in filing annual returns, disclosures, and other regulatory documentation.

Board Support and Communication:

• Facilitate effective communication between the board of directors, shareholders, and stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing board agendas, taking minutes, and maintaining board records.

Risk Management and Ethics:

• Assist in overseeing risk management processes, including risk identification, evaluation, and mitigation.
• Promote ethical practices within the organization and ensure adherence tcorporate codes of conduct.
• Legal Advisory:
• Provide legal advice and guidance tthe company's management and employees on various legal matters, including contract law, employment law, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution.

Contract Drafting and Negotiation:

• Draft and review contracts, agreements, and other legal documents tprotect the company's interests and align them with its objectives.

Risk Assessment and Compliance:

• Assess legal risks associated with the company's operations and propose strategies tmitigate those risks.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Dispute Resolution:

• Represent the company's interests in legal disputes or litigation, either through negotiation or collaboration with external legal counsel.

Qualifications

• Tperform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following competencies.
• Understanding of corporate governance principles, laws, and regulations tensure compliance within the organization.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards tensure regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in contract law principles, including contract drafting, negotiation, and interpretation.
• Familiarity with employment laws and regulations tprovide guidance on employment-related legal matters.
• Understanding of intellectual property laws and rights tprotect the company's intellectual assets.
• Knowledge of risk management principles and practices tidentify and mitigate legal risks.
• Understanding of dispute resolution methods and strategies thandle legal disputes effectively.