Legal Counsel

1.Key Duties and Responsibilities

The Employee's duties shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

(a) Legal Advisory and Strategy

Provide expert legal advice to management and business units on international and

cross-border legal issues.

Support the development and implementation of the Employer's global legal and

compliance strategy.

Ensure consistent governance and legal standards are maintained across all

regions of operation.

(b) Contracting and Transactions

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including

international commercial contracts, joint venture agreements, mergers and

acquisitions, partnership agreements, employment contracts with individual

contractors, and other required documentation.

Provide legal oversight on cross-border transactions to mitigate legal, financial, and

reputational risks.

(c) Compliance and Risk Management

Monitor compliance with international laws and regulations, including anti-bribery,

anti-corruption, competition, trade sanctions, and data privacy laws.

Assist in the design and implementation of global compliance frameworks and

internal controls.

Identify, assess, and report on emerging legal and regulatory risks affecting the

Employer's global operations.

(d) Dispute Resolution and Litigation Management

Manage international disputes, litigation, and arbitration of matters, liaising with

external counsel as necessary.

Provide strategic advice on dispute prevention and resolution in multiple

jurisdictions.

(e) Corporate Governance and Entity Management

Support corporate governance, including the establishment and maintenance of

subsidiaries and representative offices worldwide.

Ensure corporate records and statutory filings comply with local and international

regulatory requirements.

(f) Policy, Training, and Leadership

Develop and maintain global legal and compliance policies, templates, and

procedures.

Provide legal training and awareness sessions to internal stakeholders across

regions.

Support and mentor regional legal teams as required.

2. Qualifications and Competencies

The Employee is expected to possess the following qualifications and professional

attributes:

Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B.) and valid admission to practice law in at least one

recognized jurisdiction.

Master's Degree in International or Comparative Law (LL.M.) or equivalent

specialization preferred.

Minimum of ten (10) years post-qualification experience in an international

corporate or law firm environment.

Demonstrated expertise in international business law, cross-border transactions,

and global compliance.

Strong analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills, with the ability to advise on

complex international matters.

Excellent communication, cultural awareness, and leadership abilities.

Fluency in English; proficiency in additional languages is an advantage.

3. Reporting and Collaboration

The Employee shall work collaboratively with senior management, regional legal teams,

and other corporate functions to ensure consistent global legal standards and the effective

mitigation of legal and compliance risks across all business areas