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Job Title: Legal Advisor / Lawyer
Job Code: Legal Advisor
Position: Legal Advisor
The purpose of this position is to oversee all the legal transactions on behalf of the company both locally and internationally including liaison with government and ministries and to provide advice and suggestions to the management and employees on all legal issues.
Key Responsibilities:
Drafting and reviewing international portfolios/commercial agreements contracts and other legal documents and providing comments and observations in detail.
Handle and coordinate legal affairs pertaining to the company employees and clients
Evaluate results and develop strategies for any legal issues or cases.
Determine the feasibility of legal defense for any prosecution after careful consideration of related data.
Provide legal advice on pending legal issues and cases and make the right decisions in the interest of the company in taking legal action.
Evaluate companys legal position and functions and discuss with management as needed.
Maintain confidentiality of company legal matters and business and ensure that proper safeguards are taken by others through regular reviews and audits.
Conduct legal due diligence and investigations concerning lands & properties; and participate in the drafting of preliminary and final reports and contractual agreements.
Coordination of legal tasks with third party lawyers convey legal advice and followup information to Investment managers in consultation with attorneys or external lawyers regarding the legal implications risks and liabilities of proposed and actual policies practices and contractual situations.
Conduct legal and factual research and data analysis as directed.
Negotiate specific contractual issues and agreements with external entities as appropriate.
Responsible for certifying and attesting documents intended for use anywhere in the world.
Ensure all documents are verified thoroughly in respect of all required legal formalities.
Assist in investigations and legally advise the company regarding legal disputes and claims.
Participate in meetings and conferences pertaining to resolution of contracting issues.
Updating management with any new laws locally or internationally.
Report regularly to management on legal and related issues.
Arrange minutes of board meetings and general assemblies and record them in a professional manner in compliance with all regulatory and corporate requirements.
Follow up with/monitor Mandoubs on all assigned tasks.
Perform any other tasks as assigned by the management.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors Degree in law. Current practicing certificate (or equivalent membership of recognized professional law body).
Minimum 7 years of postqualification experience (PQE) preferably in Commercial and real estate Investments legal experience gained internationally or with a leading regional firm. Should possess a consistent career history.
Knowledge of Kuwaiti Law
Knowledge of various major international legal system (UK USA France etc.)
Should be able to draft Arabic and International legal contracts.
Proficient in MS Office email tech savvy.
Ability to deal with diverse clientele across nations.
Key Skills:
Strong problemsolving skills
Excellent analytical skills
Excellent Verbal and written communication skills in English and Arabic
High quality drafting and documentation skills
Presentation Skills
Ability to work under pressure
Corporate Law
Due Diligence
How to Apply:
Please use the link (confidential to complete the job form.
Also select the abovementioned job position and job reference code while completing the form.
Also note that this position is available for Kuwait local candidates only.
Interested candidates please email us your CV: confidential
Note: We thank all applicants for their interest however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted
Job Types: Fulltime Permanent
Pay: From KD0.100 per month
Application Question(s):
Full Time