Legal Officer at Vesti

Job Summary

• Draft a diverse range of legal agreements to cover various business needs and transactions.
• Offer advice on corporate legal matters and guidance on general business issues.
• Provide internal advisory services to different business units and departments within the company.
• Offer commercial legal support to all departmental projects and functions.
• Develop service level agreements for service support and delivery.
• Monitor the maintenance of necessary registers and records as required under the Companies and Allied Matters Act.
• Perform administrative and secretarial duties directed by the Legal Counsel and Company Secretary.
• Assist in devising and implementing company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Analyze and evaluate legal agreements, legislation, and documents for review by the Board.
• Ensure compliance, both internally and externally, with established guidelines, policies, and procedures. Investigate instances of non-compliance when necessary.
• Assess and advise management on the legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
• Review and create contracts, agreements, and internal policies, ensuring alignment with statutory and legal requirements.
• Manage clients and oversee the proper communication and monitoring of case files.
• Undertake any additional duties assigned by the Head of Corporate Affairs and Legal.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD). Additional qualifications in finance or international law may be beneficial.
• Proven experience (2-3 years) as a legal counsel, legal officer, or similar role within the fintech, financial services, or migration industry.
• Sound knowledge of immigration laws, finance laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex legal documents.