LEGAL OFFICER @ WILMAR-INTL
The Legal Officer will provide comprehensive legal advisory support to management and business operations. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various commercial contracts and agreements, ensuring strict compliance with labor laws, corporate regulations, and industry standards. The officer will also be responsible for handling litigation, legal disputes, and regulatory matters, while proactively managing legal risks across all manufacturing operations.
Key responsibilities extend to liaising with regulatory authorities and external legal counsel, ensuring compliance with company law, corporate governance requirements, and crucial filing obligations. The Legal Officer will coordinate annual general meetings, extraordinary meetings, and shareholder communications, facilitate Board appointments, resignations, and changes in company officers, and diligently monitor compliance with Board resolutions and governance decisions. Furthermore, the role requires the proper custody and maintenance of all corporate documents, licenses, permits, and registration documents.
Key responsibilities extend to liaising with regulatory authorities and external legal counsel, ensuring compliance with company law, corporate governance requirements, and crucial filing obligations. The Legal Officer will coordinate annual general meetings, extraordinary meetings, and shareholder communications, facilitate Board appointments, resignations, and changes in company officers, and diligently monitor compliance with Board resolutions and governance decisions. Furthermore, the role requires the proper custody and maintenance of all corporate documents, licenses, permits, and registration documents.
Key Requirements
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) is required
Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania with a valid practising license
Experience of 2+ years in corporate matters
Knowledge of commercial law, labour law, company law, land law, and regulatory compliance
Experience dealing with government authorities, regulators, and external counsel
Ability to provide legal advisory support to management and business operations
Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial contracts
Skilled in managing and mitigating legal risks across diverse operations
Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and practices
Excellent communication and liaison skills with internal and external stakeholders