Legal Officer (Advocate) x2

Legal Officer (Advocate) will provide legal advisory and representation services to the organization. The role involves handling contracts regulatory compliance litigation management corporate governance and risk mitigation while ensuring that the companys operations comply with applicable laws and regulations. You will report to the Head of Legal and collaborate with various departments to meet their legal needs.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day legal advice to management and departments on operational regulatory and contractual matters.

Ensure compliance with applicable laws regulations and internal policies.

Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the organization and advise on necessary actions.

Draft review negotiate and finalize contracts agreements MOUs NDAs and other legal documents.

Ensure contracts protect the organizations interests and manage legal risks.

Maintain a contract repository and track renewals and obligations.

Handle and manage litigation arbitration and dispute resolution matters.

Liaise with external advocates law firms courts and regulatory authorities.

Prepare legal notices replies pleadings affidavits and briefs.

Represent the organization before courts tribunals and authorities where permitted.

Support board and management on corporate governance matters.

Draft and review board resolutions policies and compliance reports.

Ensure adherence to statutory filings and corporate compliance requirements.

Identify legal risks associated with business activities and recommend mitigation strategies.

Conduct legal due diligence for transactions partnerships and projects.

Support internal audits and investigations when required.

Maintain accurate legal records case files and compliance documentation.

Develop and update standard legal templates and internal guidelines.

Conduct legal awareness and compliance training for employees.

• Act as a point of contact for legal queries across departments and present findings to stakeholders clearly and concisely.
  

Requirements

Bachelors degree in law (LLB).

Enrolled Advocate and a member of the Tanganyika Law Society (TLS).

At least 3 years experience in legal practice or in-house legal role.

Experience in corporate commercial litigation or regulatory law.

Strong knowledge of applicable laws and legal procedures.

Excellent drafting negotiation and advocacy skills.

Ability to manage multiple matters independently.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

High level of integrity confidentiality and professionalism.

Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.