Assistant Manager/Senior Officer, Legal

Job Description

Vacancy

Not specific

Job Context

• We are searching for competent candidates to add value to the Legal services of the University.
• Location: BRAC University

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in furnishing legal opinion/advice on various matters of the institution, relating to its operation
• Assist in vetting and furnishing opinions on various Contracts, Agreements, and Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the institution and third parties
• Review research agreements, IT consultancy agreements, proposals, agreements relating to executive search, etc. and dealing with various documents, legal and non-legal related to the institution
• Review relevant laws, rules, regulations, and policies and provide observations and recommendations to the institution
• Drafting various letters, notices, case summaries, inquiry reports, and meeting minutes
• Assist in ensuring compliance with relevant and up-to-date laws, rules, and regulations, and actively advising on effective risk management for the institution to make informed strategic choices
• Handle employee-related disputes and sexual harassment cases
• Render legal opinion on issues having impacts on legal, regulatory, and business issues and compliance of the institution including but not limited to matters relating to the Contract Act, Digital Securities Act, Penal Code, and also Labor Act
• Reviewing, drafting, developing, and updating internal policies, guidelines, and employee code of conduct of the institution

Employment Status

Full-time

Educational Requirements

• LLB (Hons.) from any recognized University, Bar-at-Law, or Master’s degree is preferred

Experience Requirements

• At least 3 year(s)

Additional Requirements

• Excellent academic credentials
• Candidate must have a minimum relevant experience of 3 years as in-house counsel or law chambers
• A combined equivalent experience of serving as an in-house counsel and working at a law chamber will be an added advantage
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent drafting skills
• Meticulous with work and attentive to details
• Candidate shall have the right mindset for adapting to the organizational culture and professional conduct
• Strong interpersonal skills and adept at building relationships with different stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse groups
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Must be self-motivated, hardworking, and flexible regarding work hour

Job Location

Dhaka

Job Qualification

• LLB (Hons.) from any recognized University, Bar-at-Law, or Master's degree is preferred