Associate Director - Legal

Job Description

• Independently draft and reviewing legal contracts, compliances, etc.
• Attend courts, labour tribunal & consultations with external counsel for matters related to the Company.
• Assist to formulate/update policies as per the changes to the applicable laws and, carry out awareness training programs among the relevant staff.
• Review and advising the team on ISO, BCP & DR documentation/ policies. 
• Be up to date with relevant laws and, ensure that the team is also made aware about such updates.
• Updating the legal contract index & ensuring all hardcopies are securely maintained. 
• Provide legal opinions as an when requested.
• Having the ability to mentor the junior lawyer on the day-to-day legal work.
• Trademark registrations locally & internally.
• Escalating any significant legal risks related to projects, contracts, governance which needs immediate attention of the management & to provide solutions to handle legal disputes.  

Person Specification

• Attorney at Law & Notary Public.
• Minimum of 10 -15 years' experience in handling corporate law.
• Prior experience as a Trademark Agent or Company Secretary is preferred.
• A degree in LLM will be an added  advantage.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and drafting skills.
• Ability to draft & negotiate commercial agreements.
• Conversant in IP law.
• Ability handle conveyancing work.