About the Role
The successful candidate will provide legal advice and guidance to the company’s management and all divisions/departments in alignment with applicable regulations and corporate strategy. The role focuses on effectively resolving legal issues, managing legal risks, and supporting Management’s decision-making processes.
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Key Accountabilities
Job Specific Accountabilities
- Provide legal assessment of the company’s contracts and agreements to ensure that the company is not exposed to uncontrolled legal risks and that proper protective legal instruments are in place to hedge against identified legal risks.
- Offer legal opinions on potential claims and disputes arising from various commercial matters involving customers, suppliers, vendors, and contractors, aimed at protecting the company’s rights, minimizing liability, and facilitating amicable settlements as deemed appropriate by management.
- Assist the company’s Corporate Governance and Ethics and Compliance Departments with legal matters.
- Provide legal advice and support to all company Divisions/Departments, including Retail, Commercial, Operations, Human Capital, Finance, Strategy, and M&A, in addition to advising Management.
Legal Consultation
- Assess legal cases and lawsuits to fully understand the company’s legal position, advising on the merits and potential outcomes of such cases.
- Prepare memos with recommendations and actions for all legal matters raised, ensuring appropriate legal action is taken.
- Draft and review national and international agreements and templates.
- Manage litigation proceedings effectively.
Draft Legal Documentation
- Research and prepare relevant legal documentation under the supervision of the Associate General Counsel to support and manage external counsel.
- Ensure that accurate and up-to-date legislative information is available to all relevant stakeholders at all times.
Legal Representation
- Represent the company in courts, arbitrations, and other legal forums.
Legal Research
- Conduct legal research on legislation relevant to the company to ensure ongoing compliance and awareness of all applicable laws.
Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills
Minimum Qualification
Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills
- A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, with a background as an in-house counsel or in a law firm environment, focused on different aspects of law.
- Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to work independently.
- Experience in the Oil and Gas industry is preferred.
