Corporate Lawyer

About the Job

ROLE TITLE:Corporate Lawyer

REPORTS TO:Chief Executive Officer

• The Corporate Lawyer handles all of Diwan’s legal transactions and ensures that all partnerships, projects, deals and business practices comply with the applicable laws and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represent Diwan in all legal proceedings and contract negotiations.
• Act as Diwan’s legal focal point, advising the CEO and all departments on legal matters.
• Review, amend, approve and file all contracts and agreements signed by Diwan’s different departments.
• Lead the timely renewal and negotiations of contracts and agreements.
• Draft contracts, agreements and legal documents as directed.
• Review organizational practices on a periodical basis and protect the company against legal risks.
• Advise management on new projects, business lines, and the creation of subsidiaries and joint ventures.
• Liaise with external counsel and legal accountants on legal and taxation matters.
• Oversee all corporate governance affairs and support the Board of Directors whenever needed