Legal Officer job at True North Consult Ltd | Apply Now

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze national and international laws, regulations, and changes (including drafts) that may impact the company. Provide advice on their interpretation, application, and enforcement.

• Conduct legal research to support the company’s operations.

• Offer timely legal opinions (both written and oral) and provide legal support across all areas of the company’s day-to-day activities.

• Draft, review, and where applicable, prepare contracts, documents, and correspondence for the company’s signature.

• Engage in negotiations with service providers, contractors, joint venture partners, public authorities, and other stakeholders.

• Offer legal support in any litigation involving the company, both as plaintiff and defendant.

• Coordinate with external counsel and internal departments to schedule meetings, conduct interviews, and participate in dispute resolution and settlement processes.

• Collaborate with partners, authorities, and the midstream legal function, sharing knowledge and experiences as needed.

• Identify legal and contractual risks in the company’s daily operations and propose measures to mitigate them.

• Contribute to the development of skills and knowledge within the team by sharing expertise and participating in legal staff training sessions.

• Prepare weekly, quarterly, and annual reports for internal and HQ purposes.

• Ensure the timely signing of contracts and efficient processing of legal documents.

• Manage the timely and consistent payment of all fees and invoices related to the legal department.

• Maintain an organized filing system, ensuring proper documentation is preserved.

• Support ongoing skill development and improvement of legal processes.