Legal Consultant
Job Description
The Legal Consultant's role is to provide expert and strategic advice to individuals, businesses, or organizations on various legal matters. The candidate will use his or her extensive knowledge of the law to guide and support clients in making informed decisions and resolving legal issues.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Legal Counselling: Advise clients on their rights, obligations, and legal options in relation to their specific situations. This may include providing guidance on contracts, intellectual property rights, employment law, corporate law, real estate transactions, and other legal matters.
2. Research and Analysis: Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to ensure accurate and up-to-date information is provided to clients. Stay informed about relevant legislation, regulations, and case law to offer well-informed legal advice.
3. Document Review: Review and analyze legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and legal correspondence to identify potential risks, legal implications, and compliance issues. Offer recommendations for necessary changes or actions to protect the client's interests.
4. Legal Documentation: Draft, review, and edit legal documents such as contracts, agreements, legal opinions, and other legal correspondence to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
5. Legal Representation: Represent clients in legal proceedings, including negotiations, mediation, and court hearings. Prepare and present compelling legal arguments and evidence to support clients' cases and achieve favorable outcomes.
6. Compliance and Risk Management: Assess and advise clients on legal and regulatory compliance obligations and assist in developing strategies to minimize legal risks and potential liabilities. Stay abreast of changes in laws and regulations that may impact the client's business operations.
7. Client Communication and Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients based on trust, professionalism, and confidentiality. Effectively communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner to clients with varying levels of legal knowledge.
8. Ethical Standards: Adhere to the highest ethical standards in all aspects of legal practice, maintaining confidentiality, avoiding conflicts of interest, and acting in the best interest of the client.
Qualifications and Experience
1 Degree in Law (LLB, JD, or equivalent) and a valid license to practice law.
2 Proven 4 to 5 years experience working as a Legal Consultant or in a similar legal advisory role.
3 In-depth knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and legal principles.
4 Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
5 Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
6 Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
7 High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their applications to [email protected] with subject line Legal consultant
Location: Harare
Company: M&J Consultancy
Expiry Date: 2024-02-08 00:00:00