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• Represent the company in courts of law and handle
  the litigation portfolio.
• Manage all legal matters pertaining to and
  arising from the service territories.
• Offer support to all legal matters affecting
  the company’s operations.
• Work closely with and ensure the timely
  conclusion of all matters including those handled by external lawyers,
  insurance companies, insurance brokers and any other service providers to
  the Legal Department.
• Simplify statutes, regulations and other
  legal documents pertaining to the operations of the company.
• Prepare service agreements and ensure timely
  renewal where necessary.
• Prepare legal briefs and reports for
  management on the activities of the company and to advise on laws
  applicable to its business
• Prepare monthly and annual reports on
  sectional activities in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned
  to him/her from the Principal Legal Officer.

• The applicant for the Senior Legal Officer
  job opportunity must hold a Bachelor of Laws Degree from a recognized
  university and a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice.
• The applicant must be enrolled as an Advocate
  of the High Court with a valid Practicing Certificate.
• At least five years of legal practice and
  experience in a Law Firm or reputable organization.
• Broad knowledge and a firm understanding of
  legal procedural matters.
• Ability to translate legal concepts into an
  easily understandable format and to communicate them clearly.
• Possess the maturity, self-confidence and
  interpersonal skills to work closely with staff at all levels.
• Excellent planning, organization and
  presentation skills.
• A high degree of self-motivation and ability
  to work independently.
• Flexible attitude and attention to detail
• Excellent written and oral skills
• Computer literacy sills
• Hold a valid driving permit.

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