We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Legal Counsel/Company Secretary to join our client’s dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive legal support, with a strong focus on commercial upstream oil and gas transactions. The ideal candidate will also manage company secretariat duties, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Legal Advisory: Provide expert legal advice on a wide range of issues, particularly focusing on commercial transactions within the upstream oil and gas sector.
- Contract Management: Draft, review and negotiate contracts and agreements, ensuring they align with the client's business objectives and legal standards.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the organization complies with all legal and regulatory requirements, particularly in relation to the oil and gas industry.
- Dispute Resolution: Handle disputes, litigation and arbitration matters as required, working closely with the legal team where necessary.
- Company Secretarial Duties:
- Organize and prepare agendas for board meetings and annual general meetings (AGMs), including the documentation and circulation of minutes.
- Maintain statutory books and records, including registers of members, directors, and secretaries.
- Ensure the company adheres to corporate governance standards, providing guidance on the management of the company’s affairs.
- Legal Research: Stay updated on relevant legal developments, particularly in oil and gas law, to provide proactive advice and support.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with business operations and transactions.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience:
- Academic Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Barrister at Law (BL) are essential.
- A Master of Laws (LLM) or an MBA
- Professional Experience:
- A minimum of 10 years of work experience, with a very strong background in commercial upstream oil and gas transactions.
- Proven experience in company secretariat duties is essential.
- Skills and Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide practical legal solutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with various stakeholders.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Benefits
Remuneration:
- The remuneration for this role is attractive and will be negotiated based on the qualifications, demonstrated skills, and competencies of the successful candidate.
