DEPUTY MANAGER, LEGAL

Job Description

Title: DEPUTY MANAGER, LEGAL

Company Name: BRAC University

Vacancy: --

Age: At least 26 years

Job Location: Dhaka (Badda)

Salary: --

Experience:

• At least 4 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): University

• Master of Law (LLM)

• LL.M. (Master's in Law) degree from a recognized university

• At least 4 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): University

• Age At least 26 years

• Minimum 4-5 years of relevant experience in a law chamber and/or as an in-house legal professional

• Preference for experience in labor law, HR, or employment-related matters

• Working knowledge of Bangladesh labor and employment laws

• Professional conduct aligned with BRAC University's values, attributes and culture

• Strong drafting, documentation, coordination, and communication skills

• Detail-oriented, methodical, adaptable, and responsive to change.

• High level of confidentiality and ability to collaborate across departments

BRAC University (BRACU) follows a liberal arts approach to education which nurtures fresh ideas and gives new impetus to the field of tertiary education. It ensures a high quality of education and aims to meet the demands of contemporary times. BRACU is accredited by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and approved by the Ministry of Education, Government of Bangladesh which has established itself as one of the leading private universities in Bangladesh. The university is playing an integral role in the development of skilled graduates for a knowledge-based economy. We are searching for a competent candidate to add value to this role including strategic and operational support to all areas of the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide legal inputs on HR matters, including policies, employment terms, disciplinary actions, grievances, and employee disputes.

• Support the review and handling of grievances, show-cause notices, disciplinary proceedings, and related HR matters from a legal compliance perspective.

• Review, vet, and assist in drafting MoUs, agreements, contracts, and other legal documents related to academic, research, training, consultancy, and HR services.

• Ensure HR practices and policies comply with applicable labor laws, rules, regulations, and employment-related requirements.

• Coordinate with external legal counsel on HR-related cases and support legal awareness and training for HR, faculty, and employees on workplace laws, policies, and grievance procedures.