Legal Adviser

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in the drafting of legal documentation;
• Assist in the issuing of opinions on legal matters;
• Assist in liaising with external lawyers (counsels, attorneys and notaries) and ensuring high-quality delivery by them;
• Keep abreast with legislations and case laws and assist in communicating relevant changes to relevant departments and/or entities of the group;
• Assist with the proposal and issuance of legal policies to the board or any sub-committee of the board;
• Assist in the provision of legal training and awareness;
• Assist in the coaching of junior team members(s) if applicable;
• Participate in legal forums and training;
• Accompany colleagues in meetings where legal advice is required.

Profile & Skills:

• Fluent in English and French, both written & spoken;
• Proactive and autonomous;
• Excellent organisational skills to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines;
• Strong communication skills;
• Dynamic, good interpersonal skills and attentive to details;
• Team player;
• Good IT skills.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Law, LLB;
• Between two (2) to five (5) relevant years of experience.