Head of Legal Affairs

Job Description

Title: Head of Legal Affairs

Company Name: Butterfly Marketing Limited

Vacancy: 01

Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:
∎ 8 to 12 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):Electronic Equipment/Home Appliances

Published: 7 Mar 2024

Education:
∎ Bachelor of Law (LLB), Master of Law (LLM)

Requirements:

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ The Head of Legal Affairs is responsible for overseeing all legal matters within the organization, providing strategic legal advice, managing legal risks, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This role involves managing a team of legal professionals, advising senior management on legal issues, drafting and reviewing legal documents, and representing the organization in legal proceedings.Responsibilities:
∎ ·       Provide strategic legal advice to senior management on a wide range of issues, including corporate governance, commercial transactions, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment law, and litigation.
∎ ·       Manage and oversee all legal activities within the organization, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
∎ ·       Develop and implement policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
∎ ·       Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and advise management on potential impact to the organization's operations and business strategies.
∎ ·       Manage and coordinate legal disputes, litigation, and regulatory inquiries, including working with external counsel when necessary.
∎ ·       Lead, mentor, and develop a team of legal professionals, providing guidance, training, and support as needed.·       Collaborate with other departments, such as finance, human resources, and compliance, to address legal issues and ensure cross-functional alignment.
∎ ·       Conduct legal research and analysis on complex legal issues and provide recommendations to management.
∎ ·       Represent the organization in negotiations, mediations, and other legal proceedings as required.
∎ ·       Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of legal matters, contracts, and other legal documents.
∎ Qualifications:
∎ ·       Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction required.·       Several years of experience practicing law, with a focus on corporate, commercial, or business law. Experience in a leadership or management role preferred.
∎ ·       Strong knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and legal principles applicable to the organization's industry and operations.
∎ ·       Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess risks and develop practical solutions.
∎ ·       Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
∎ ·       Demonstrated leadership abilities, with the capacity to lead and motivate a team of legal professionals.
∎ ·       High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism, with a commitment to upholding confidentiality and legal standards.
∎ Skills:
∎ Legal research and analysis
∎ Contract drafting and negotiation
∎ Regulatory compliance
∎ Litigation management
∎ Risk management
∎ Leadership and team management
∎ Communication and negotiation
∎ Strategic planning and decision-making

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Dhaka

Company Information:
∎ Butterfly Marketing Limited

Read Before Apply: Please apply only who are fulfilling all the requirements of this job

Application Deadline: 6 Apr 2024

Category: Law/Legal

Source: bdjobs.com