JOB OVERVIEW
We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel with a solid background in multiple legal practice areas to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to legal excellence integrity and professionalism. This role requires a proactive individual capable of handling a range of legal and company secretarial functions independently while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct comprehensive legal research analyze findings and provide actionable insights to support effective decisionmaking within the organization.
- Review draft and interpret a variety of legal documents including contracts and agreements to safeguard the company s interests and ensure legal soundness.
- Draw on experience in at least two legal practice areas such as Fintech Technology Banking and Finance Real Estate or the Downstream Energy Industry to advise on sectorspecific legal matters.
- Maintain a high level of ethical and professional standards in all legal duties and interactions.
- Execute company secretarial functions and legal tasks with minimal supervision demonstrating autonomy and responsibility.
- Stay updated with applicable laws regulations and industry standards to ensure ongoing compliance and mitigate legal risks.
- Communicate legal advice and information clearly and concisely both in writing and verbally to internal stakeholders.
- Manage highly confidential information with utmost discretion and integrity ensuring the security of sensitive legal data.
Requirements
- Licensed Lawyer in good standing admitted to the Ghana Bar.
- A minimum of 45 years of professional experience in a legal role ideally across multiple legal practice areas.
- Proficient in legal research analysis and documentation.
- Strong skills in drafting and reviewing legal documents with an eye for detail and accuracy.
- Familiarity with compliance standards and legal frameworks in relevant industries.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear and effective legal advice delivery.
- Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information responsibly.
Please use the link provided below to apply directly on the client s page for a streamlined application process.
1. Proficient in legal research, analysis, and documentation. 2. Strong skills in drafting and reviewing legal documents, with an eye for detail and accuracy. 3. Familiarity with compliance standards and legal frameworks in relevant industries.
Education
1. Licensed Lawyer in good standing, admitted to the Ghana Bar.