Legal Head

Job Summary:

We are looking for a seasoned Legal Head to lead our legal and company secretarial functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law compliance governance and secretarial practices with mandatory qualifications in Company Secretary (CS) and Bachelor of Laws (LLB). This role demands a unique blend of legal expertise and corporate governance ensuring that the company operates within the legal framework while maintaining high standards of corporate governance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Legal Advisory & Strategy:
  

  • Develop and implement the company s legal strategy ensuring robust legal support across all business units.
    
  • Provide legal counsel to the Board of Directors senior management and other stakeholders on legal and regulatory issues.
    
  • Anticipate legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
    

• Corporate Secretarial Functions:
  

  • Oversee all company secretarial functions including compliance with the Companies Act board meetings and shareholder communications.
    
  • Maintain and manage statutory records filings and registers in compliance with regulatory requirements.
    
  • Prepare and file necessary documents with regulatory authorities including annual returns financial statements and board resolutions.
    

• Compliance Management:
  

  • Ensure that the company adheres to all legal and regulatory obligations including corporate governance standards.
    
  • Monitor changes in legislation and ensure that the company s practices are updated to remain compliant.
    
  • Develop and implement internal compliance programs including training and audits to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
    

• Contract & Documentation Management:
  

  • Draft review and negotiate contracts agreements and other legal documents to protect the company s interests.
    
  • Ensure that all contractual obligations are met and that potential legal issues are identified and addressed proactively.
    

• Corporate Governance:
  

  • Advise the Board and senior management on corporate governance best practices.
    
  • Ensure that the company operates with transparency accountability and integrity.
    
  • Facilitate board and committee meetings including the preparation of agendas minutes and resolutions.
    

• Litigation & Dispute Resolution:
  

  • Manage and oversee all litigation matters working closely with external legal counsel.
    
  • Develop strategies for dispute resolution and represent the company in legal proceedings when necessary.
    

• Leadership & Team Management:
  

  • Lead and mentor a team of legal and compliance professionals fostering a culture of excellence and ethical behavior.
    
  • Provide guidance on complex legal and secretarial matters ensuring continuous professional development within the team.