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Senior Legal Officer

JOB SUMMARY

Company Plato Consult...
Industry Consulting
Category Legal
Location Accra
Job Status Permanent
Salary Not Specified
Education Bachelor̵...
Experience 5 years
Job Expires Jun 26, 2015
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Job Description

A Leading Investment House

The successful applicant shall be responsible for ensuring the effective management of all legal aspects of the Firm’s business relationships. He / she shall also ensure the effective management regulatory compliance within the firm. The role reports to the Executive Director.

ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENT

  • Work with the legal team in the continuous development and implementation of the Group’s regulatory compliance programme.
  • Engage in the implementation and regular review of regulatory changes to the Group’s regulatory compliance programme.
  • Advise on legal actions by the company or against the company and liaise with External Counsel when required.
  • Draft and review legal contracts, agreements and other documents as required by the Group.
  • Provide Company Secretarial services for the Group.
  • Assist General Counsel and other legal officers in the provision of legal advice to the Group to serve both internal and external clients on a broad range of legal matters.
  • Carry out any other assignments given by General Counsel/Head of Legal from time to time.

Required Skills or Experience

  • LLB from a recognised University
  • Must be at least 5 years as a member of the Ghana Bar Association and of good standing.
  • Completion of the GSE Securities Courses will be an advantage
  • Must have experience in civil litigation and court room practice
  • Experience in a capital markets and securities industry corporte environment will be an advantage
  • Sound Knowledge of  The Companies' Code and laws relevant to the business environment

PERSON SPECIFIC REQUIREMENT

  • Self starter
  • Ability to play a leadership role within an organisation
  • Ability to work collaboratively with senior staff in legal and other disciplines
  • A commitment to excellent performance  
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good analytical and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively
  • Good sense of judgment and ability to quickly identify potential risks within our business

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