Job Profile
\nJob Title:\u00a0Legal Manager and Company Secretary (1)Reports To:\u00a0Managing DirectorDuty Station:\u00a0HQ \u2013 Dar es Salaam
\nMain Purpose of the Job (Job Summary)
\nTo support the PASS Trust with its two subsidiary companies\u2019 Board and leadership team in designing, implementing, and supporting the highest quality governance. This position provides a highly professional and wide-ranging service to the Chair of the Board, the Board members, and senior leadership.
\nMain Responsibilities
\nManagerial Support<\/p>\n
Legal Compliance:\u00a0Ensure the company complies with all relevant laws and regulations.<\/p>\n
Contract Management:\u00a0Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.<\/p>\n
Risk Management:\u00a0Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with business operations.<\/p>\n
Litigation Management:\u00a0Handle and oversee litigation and dispute resolution processes.<\/p>\n
Legal Advice:\u00a0Provide legal advice to management and other departments.<\/p>\n
Policy Development:\u00a0Develop and implement company policies and procedures.<\/p>\n
Training:\u00a0Conduct legal training sessions for employees.<\/p>\n
Corporate Governance:\u00a0Ensure adherence to corporate governance standards.<\/p>\n
Regulatory Affairs:\u00a0Liaise with regulatory bodies and manage regulatory filings.<\/p>\n
Company Secretary<\/p>\n
Board Support:\u00a0Organize and prepare agendas for board meetings and annual general meetings (AGMs), and ensure minutes are accurately recorded.<\/p>\n
Compliance:\u00a0Ensure that the PASS Trust and its subsidiary companies\u2019 secretarial responsibilities are undertaken in accordance with statutory guidance, including statutory filings within prescribed deadlines. Maintain company and Board members\u2019 documentation and records management.<\/p>\n
Corporate Governance:\u00a0Advise the board on corporate governance matters.<\/p>\n
Record Keeping:\u00a0Maintain company records, including registers of members, directors, and secretaries.<\/p>\n
Communication:\u00a0Act as a point of communication between the board and shareholders.<\/p>\n
Filings:\u00a0Ensure timely filing of statutory returns and documents with regulatory authorities.<\/p>\n
Advisory Role:\u00a0Provide advice on legal and regulatory changes affecting the company.<\/p>\n
Shareholder Relations:\u00a0Manage shareholder communications and handle queries.<\/p>\n
Serve as the main point of contact for legal counsel and the Board member insurers.<\/p>\n
Any other related duties assigned by Superior from time to time.<\/p>\n
Academic Qualifications<\/p>\n
Bachelor\u2019s degree in law (LLB).<\/p>\n
Master\u2019s degree in law (LLM), preferably in corporate law or business law.<\/p>\n
Admitted to the Bar (provide your role number when applying for the position).<\/p>\n
Experience & Skills<\/p>\n
Minimum of five (5) years of proven work experience in a similar role or relevant experience in the field.<\/p>\n
In-depth knowledge of corporate law and governance.<\/p>\n
Strong organizational and administrative skills.<\/p>\n
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.<\/p>\n
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.<\/p>\n
Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for record-keeping and compliance.<\/p>\n
Legal expertise and understanding of corporate law.<\/p>\n
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.<\/p>\n
Effective communication and negotiation abilities.<\/p>\n
High ethical standards and integrity.<\/p>\n
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.<\/p>\n
Ability to be discreet and apply confidentiality.<\/p>\n
High ethical standards, integrity, and a commitment to upholding professional standards of conduct.<\/p>\n
Proactive, flexible, and adaptable, with the capacity to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment<\/p>\n
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