Legal Consultant at Hjerte
- Company: Hjerte
- Location: Zambia
- State: Zambia
- Job type: Full-Time
- Job category: Legal Jobs in Zambia
Job Description
Job Overview:
As a Legal Consultant, you will provide expert legal advice and guidance to individuals, businesses, or organizations. Your role involves analyzing legal issues, offering strategic counsel, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Responsibilities:
Legal Analysis:
Conduct in-depth legal research to analyze complex issues and provide accurate and timely legal advice.
Stay abreast of changes in laws, regulations, and judicial decisions relevant to the client’s industry.
Client Consultation:
Meet with clients to understand their legal needs, concerns, and objectives.
Provide clear and practical advice tailored to the client’s specific situation.
Contract Review and Drafting:
Review, draft, and negotiate various legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and legal correspondence.
Ensure that contractual terms align with the client’s interests and comply with relevant laws.
Compliance Management:
Assist clients in understanding and complying with applicable laws and regulations.
Develop compliance strategies and policies to mitigate legal risks.
Dispute Resolution:
Provide counsel on dispute resolution strategies, including negotiation, mediation, and litigation.
Represent clients in legal proceedings, if necessary.
Corporate Governance:
Advise on corporate governance matters, including board structures, shareholder relations, and regulatory compliance.
Assist in the development and implementation of corporate policies.
Legal Documentation:
Prepare and review legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of legal filings.
Ethics and Professional Conduct:
Uphold the highest standards of legal ethics and professional conduct.
Provide guidance on ethical considerations related to legal matters.
Qualifications:
Legal Education:
Degree from an accredited law school.
Bar Admission:
Admission to the bar.
Experience:
Minimum of years of experience practicing law, preferably with a focus on the specific area of consultancy.
Communication Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to communicate complex legal concepts to clients with varying levels of legal understanding.
Analytical Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Client-Centric Approach:
Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Confidentiality:
Uphold strict confidentiality and attorney-client privilege.
Method of Application
To apply for this job email your details to [email protected]Closing Date : 25th November, 2023.