Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Corporate Compliance Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing broad legal support across multiple areas of the business, ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and offering practical guidance to stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities :
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, agreements, and partnerships to ensure alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Provide clear, practical advice on legal and regulatory questions across the business, enabling informed decision-making and minimizing risk.
- Support compliance efforts, including policy development, procedure implementation, and regulatory requirement management.
- Monitor and manage intellectual property matters, including trademarks, copyright, and brand protection & registration.
- Assist with corporate governance, including board and shareholder matters, to ensure transparency and accountability.
- Identify and manage legal risks while keeping solutions business-focused, driving growth and innovation.
- Collaborate with internal teams on cross-functional tasks, including HR-related duties such as coordinating interviews, scheduling meetings, and supporting recruitment when no immediate legal work is required.
- Stay up-to-date on relevant laws and regulations that impact the company, applying knowledge to inform strategic decisions.
Required Skills & Competencies :
Strong understanding of contract law, corporate governance, and commercial legal principles.Familiarity with intellectual property (IPR) matters, including trademarks and copyright protection.Knowledge of data protection and privacy regulations (e.g. GDPR or equivalent).Experience drafting and reviewing company policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.Ability to spot legal risks in marketing, advertising, and public-facing copy.Solid research and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical advice.Comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across different teams and functions.Familiarity with international compliance frameworks.Knowledge or experience in HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding, and HR compliance, is a must.Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is resourceful, adaptable, and able to balance hands-on work with strategic advice in a fast-paced environment.
5+ years of experience in the legal sector, with a strong understanding of HR-related tasks.
PREFERRED EDUCATION LEVEL : Bachelor of Laws (LLB)