Job Vacancy: Job title: Company Secretary and Group Legal Counsel
Job description:
- Company Secretary and Group Legal Counsel to oversee the legal affairs
- Provide sound legal advice and ensure the company’s compliance.
About Our Client
Our company is a leading and rapidly growing player in the Packaging and Containers Manufacturing industry. They are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable packaging solutions to a diverse range of industries, including food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and consumer goods. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Company Secretary and Group Legal Counsel to join their team and provide expert legal counsel while ensuring compliance and effective corporate governance. Role to be based in Nigeria, Kenya or South Africa
As the Company Secretary and Group Legal Counsel, you will be a key member of the executive leadership team, reporting directly to the CEO and Board of Directors. Your primary responsibility will be to oversee the legal and regulatory affairs of the organization, provide sound legal advice, and ensure the company’s compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Additionally, you will serve as the company’s Company Secretary, responsible for managing board meetings, corporate governance matters, and regulatory filings.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Legal Advisory and Compliance:
- Provide expert legal counsel and strategic advice to the CEO, board, and senior management on a wide range of legal matters, including contracts, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.
- Stay up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company’s operations and ensure proactive compliance.
Corporate Governance:
- Act as the Company Secretary, organizing and preparing board meetings, ensuring adherence to proper corporate governance procedures, and maintaining accurate records of board decisions and resolutions.
- Advise the board on matters relating to corporate governance best practices and fiduciary duties.
Contracts and Agreements:
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts and agreements, including customer contracts, vendor agreements, and joint venture agreements.
- Ensure that contractual terms are favorable to the company and protect its interests.
Risk Management:
- Identify legal and regulatory risks faced by the company and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Collaborate with relevant departments to implement risk management policies and procedures.
Dispute Resolution:
- Manage and oversee legal disputes and litigation involving the company, working closely with external counsel as needed.
Intellectual Property:
- Safeguard the company’s intellectual property rights, including trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
- Monitor and respond to potential infringement issues.
Compliance Training and Awareness:
- Conduct compliance training sessions for employees and management to ensure awareness of legal requirements and company policies.
The Successful Applicant
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, with an active legal practicing certificate; Master’s degree or additional qualifications in a related field is a plus.
- Proven experience as a legal counsel, company secretary, or similar role within the Packaging and Containers Manufacturing industry.
- In-depth knowledge of corporate law, contract law, intellectual property law, and regulatory compliance.
- Familiarity with international business laws and regulations is advantageous.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and senior executives.
- High level of integrity and ethics.
What’s on Offer
Join their dynamic and innovative team, and play a vital role in providing legal guidance and ensuring effective corporate governance for their company as we continue to lead in the packaging and containers manufacturing industry.
Contact
Jesuloba Ilesanmi
Quote job ref
JN-082023-6143370
Phone number
+27 11 303 8300
Location: Nigeria
Job date: Tue, 08 Aug 2023 22:53:19 GMT
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