Corporate Counsel (Merger & Acquisitions and Legal Compliance)

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Corporate Counsel specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Legal Compliance. The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing and executing M&A transactions, ensuring legal compliance across the organization, representation of the company in different governmental offices and providing strategic legal advice to support business objectives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

        1)Merger & Acquisitions:

• Lead and manage all legal aspects of M&A transactions, including due diligence, negotiation, documentation, and integration.

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of transactional documents, including purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, and other related contracts.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external advisors to ensure smooth execution of M&A transactions.

• Conduct legal due diligence to identify and mitigate potential risks in transactions.

       2)Legal Compliance:

• Develop, implement, and monitor compliance programs to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.

• Advise on regulatory requirements and best practices to minimize legal and regulatory risks.

• Conduct internal audits and investigations to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

• Provide training and guidance to employees on legal compliance matters.

• Liaise with regulatory authorities and manage regulatory filings and interactions.

• Monitor changes in laws and regulations and ensure the company’s compliance programs are updated accordingly.

      3) General Corporate Support:

• Provide legal support and advice on a variety of corporate matters, including corporate governance, securities law, and contract management.

• Assist in the preparation and review of corporate policies and procedures.

• Support the Head of Legal and M & A and other senior executives with special projects and strategic initiatives.

COMPETENCIES: 

• Strong experience in managing M&A transactions from start to finish;
• In-depth knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to corporate transactions and compliance;
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills;
• Administrative and managerial skills;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities;
• Computer skills;
• High ethical standards and integrity;
• Active contributor to the development of the desired organizational culture;
• Self-starter;
• Multi-cultural sensitivity.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• LLB Degree, LLM Degree in Law strongly preferable.

EXPERIENCE:

• 8+ years of experience in a similar role, in a multinational company organization, with ideally experience in FMCG 

Application instruction

Please title your application with subject line: -"Corporate Counsel "

Candidates meeting the above-required qualifications are invited to send their CV through    careers@samanu.com 

Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for an interview.

Application deadline: July 24, 2024