Legal & Governance Manager

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB or equivalent)
• Legal qualification preferred but not mandatory
• Additional corporate governance qualification is advantageous
• 5–9 years legal experience
• Experience in commercial, corporate, or international business law
• Experience supporting multi-jurisdictional organisations preferred
• Experience in consultancy, hospitality, real estate, or international business environments is advantageous
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Solid understanding of corporate governance
• Strong knowledge of commercial law principles
• Ability to manage legal risk effectively
• Strong commercial awareness
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Legal and Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including:
  • Consultancy agreements
  • Client and operator agreements
  • NDAs and confidentiality agreements
  • Supplier and vendor contracts
  • Partnership and licensing agreements
• Identify legal and commercial risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Maintain and manage contract trackers and legal documentation systems

2. Corporate Governance

• Support corporate governance across all company entities and jurisdictions
• Prepare and maintain:
  • Board resolutions
  • Shareholder resolutions
  • Corporate records and registers
  • Powers of attorney and authorised signatory documentation
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and licensing requirements
• Support implementation of governance policies and internal controls

3. Legal Advisory and Business Support

• Provide legal guidance to leadership and internal departments including Operations, Finance, HR, and Business Development
• Support negotiation of commercial deals and strategic partnerships
• Advise on contractual rights, obligations, and risk exposure
• Assist with employment-related legal matters when required

4. Risk and Compliance Management

• Identify legal and compliance risks across company operations
• Implement preventative measures to protect company interests
• Support dispute management and resolution processes
• Ensure protection of company intellectual property and confidential information

5. External Legal Counsel Management

• Liaise with external lawyers across different jurisdictions
• Coordinate legal advice efficiently and cost-effectively
• Ensure alignment between external legal advice and business objectives

6. Governance and Structural Support

• Support company structural changes, entity formation, and restructuring
• Assist with shareholder matters and corporate structuring
• Support leadership with governance best practices and compliance frameworks

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