PURPOSE
To provide efficient administrative and operational support to the Legal Department, thus ensuring the company’s operations comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations. The role facilitates the preparation, review, and management of legal documents, maintains accurate records, and coordinates with other mual obtigarion, legal internal departments and external stakeholders to mitigate legal risks and support smooth business operations.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Diploma in Law (Paralegal) or similar recognizable qualification
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
EXPERIENCE
- At least 2 years’ experience in a legal administrative role in a large company or a busy law firm
SKILLS/ KNOWLEDGE
- Working knowledge of the law with regard to contracts
- Ability to manage large volumes of documents and create an effective structure for storage and retrieval
- Excellent communication and organization skills
- Attention to detail and high ethical standards
- Good work ethic and infallible confidentiality of sensitive information
Reports To
• Legal Manager
KEY OUTPUTS / TASKS
- Engage with other departments to obtain documents of a legal nature for recordkeeping
- Ensure timeous availability of documents for conclusion of transactions
- Manage all documentation according to best practice for the Legal Department
- Conduct all general administrative duties as relates to the Legal Department on a day to day
- Any other responsibilities as assigned by the Legal Officer & Legal Manager
