Junior Legal Counsel

Responsibilities : 

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including service agreements, vendor contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws, company policies, and risk management guidelines.
• Provide legal advice and support to internal teams on commercial and operational matters.
• Assist in identifying potential legal risks and recommend solutions to mitigate them.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Assist in updating and maintaining internal policies and procedures to align with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in handling disputes, claims, or litigation matters, including coordinating with external counsel if necessary.
• Provide legal support for conflict resolution related to commercial agreements.
• Conduct legal research to stay updated on laws, regulations, and industry trends that may impact the business.
• Prepare and communicate updates or legal briefs to relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Law (LL.B. or equivalent).
• 1-3 years of experience in a legal role, preferably with exposure to commercial contracts.
• Strong understanding of contract law and corporate governance
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is a must; additional languages are a plus.