Litigation Attorney

Job Title: Legal Professional

NxtWave is seeking a highly motivated lawyer to join our team. This role offers hands-on experience in the legal and compliance domains, working closely with our team to ensure that our operations align with all applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Management & Legal Documentation:
  • Assist in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders, ensuring alignment with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Conduct legal research and support the preparation of briefs and reports.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to mitigate contractual risks and optimize terms that protect our interests.
• Compliance:
  • Assist in monitoring and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
  • Stay updated on legal developments, assess their impact, and provide guidance to the organization.
  • Assist in responding to regulatory inquiries and audits.
  • Collaborate with different departments to ensure company-wide compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage and maintain our statutory registers and records.
  • Organize board and committee meetings, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Handle filings with regulatory authorities, including annual returns and other statutory submissions.
• Corporate Governance:
  • Support the legal team in corporate governance matters, including board resolutions, meeting minutes, and regulatory filings.
  • Ensure proper maintenance of corporate records and documentation.
• Risk Mitigation:
  • Assist in identifying potential legal and regulatory risks, proactively assess their impact on the organization, and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Processes and Communications:
  • Assist in executing legal and compliance tasks efficiently and in line with best practices.
  • Provide support in drafting legal documents and maintain clear communication within the legal team and other departments.
  • Help bridge communication between the legal team and other departments, ensuring that legal considerations are understood and incorporated into our broader operations.
  • Organize and document meetings related to legal and compliance issues.
• General Support:
  • Provide general legal support to the legal and compliance team.
  • Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and other collaborative efforts.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience for Senior Associate and 1+ years of in-house experience for Legal Associate
• Completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law (LLB/LLM).

Skills:

• Strong understanding of legal principles and concepts, particularly in contract law and compliance.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to document and streamline legal processes.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.