Legal Director

Client of Professional Recruitment

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Legal Advisory: Provide expert legal guidance to the Board, executive team, and senior management on corporate, regulatory, and commercial matters.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks across all areas of the business, ensuring proactive measures are in place.
• Corporate Governance: Oversee compliance with corporate governance requirements, including Board policies, shareholder rights, and statutory obligations.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to all relevant laws and regulations in the jurisdictions where the company operates.
• Contracts Management: Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts, agreements, and partnerships to protect the company s interests.
• Dispute Resolution: Manage litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution processes, engaging external counsel when necessary.
• Policy Development: Establish and enforce internal legal policies, procedures, and training programs to maintain ethical and compliant business practices.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop the in-house legal team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as a key liaison with regulators, government agencies, and external stakeholders on legal and compliance matters.
• Board Advisory: Act as the primary legal advisor to the Board of Directors, ensuring decisions are made with a clear understanding of legal implications.
• Governance Framework : Develop, implement, and maintain robust corporate governance frameworks in line with best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Board Documentation: Oversee preparation and review of Board agendas, minutes, resolutions, and shareholder communications to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Strategic Projects: Partner with business leaders on major projects, ensuring alignment between business goals and legal safeguards.