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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Senior Corporate Legal Advisor
Description
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We are looking for a highly experienced and knowledgeable Senior Corporate Legal Advisor to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in corporate law, compliance, and regulatory matters, providing strategic legal advice to senior management and ensuring the organization's adherence to applicable laws and regulations. As a Senior Corporate Legal Advisor, you will play a critical role in safeguarding the company's interests, managing legal risks, and supporting business objectives through proactive legal counsel.
In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing, drafting, and negotiating complex contracts and agreements, ensuring they align with corporate policies and legal standards. You will provide expert guidance on corporate governance matters, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships. Your responsibilities will also include advising on compliance with regulatory requirements, managing litigation and dispute resolution processes, and overseeing external legal counsel when necessary.
The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex legal information and communicate it clearly to non-legal stakeholders. You will collaborate closely with various departments, including finance, human resources, operations, and executive leadership, to ensure comprehensive legal support across the organization.
You will also be expected to stay abreast of changes in laws and regulations relevant to the company's industry, proactively identifying potential legal risks and recommending appropriate mitigation strategies. Your role will involve developing and implementing internal policies and procedures to enhance compliance and minimize legal exposure.
As a Senior Corporate Legal Advisor, you will mentor and guide junior legal staff, fostering their professional growth and ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal services. Your leadership and expertise will contribute significantly to the organization's strategic decision-making processes, helping to drive sustainable growth and success.
We seek a candidate who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills are essential, as you will frequently interact with internal stakeholders, external partners, regulatory authorities, and legal representatives.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to work within a collaborative and innovative environment, where your legal expertise will directly impact the company's strategic direction and operational effectiveness. If you are a seasoned legal professional with a passion for corporate law and compliance, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our dedicated legal team.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Provide strategic legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
- Review, draft, and negotiate complex contracts and agreements.
- Advise senior management on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
- Manage litigation and dispute resolution processes, coordinating with external legal counsel as needed.
- Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations, proactively identifying and mitigating legal risks.
- Collaborate with various departments to provide comprehensive legal support and guidance.
- Mentor and guide junior legal staff, fostering professional growth and development.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in corporate law, compliance, or related legal fields.
- Strong knowledge of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and contract law.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
- Experience managing litigation and coordinating with external legal counsel.
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience advising senior management on complex corporate legal matters?
- How do you stay updated on changes in corporate law and regulatory compliance?
- Can you provide an example of a challenging contract negotiation you successfully managed?
- What strategies do you use to effectively manage litigation and dispute resolution processes?
- How do you approach mentoring and developing junior legal staff?
