Personal Advisor

<p><strong>Personal Advisor (Legal)</strong></p>
<p><strong>Job Summary</strong></p>
<p>The Personal Advisor (Legal) plays a critical role in supporting senior management by providing high-level strategic legal counsel and actively contributing to key decision-making processes. The role focuses on safeguarding the company’s legal and commercial interests through proactive risk assessment, governance oversight, and effective legal management aligned with the organization’s strategic objectives.</p>
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p>
<p><strong>1. Strategic Advisory &amp; Decision Support</strong></p>
<p>Provide expert legal advice to senior management on strategic, commercial, and operational matters.</p>
<p>Support executive decision-making through in-depth analysis of legal, financial, and reputational risks.</p>
<p>Ensure alignment of business decisions with applicable laws, regulations, and company objectives.</p>
<p><strong>2. Contract Management &amp; Legal Drafting</strong></p>
<p>Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, agreements, and legal documents.</p>
<p>Assess legal and commercial implications of contractual arrangements.</p>
<p>Identify potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies to strengthen the company’s contractual position.</p>
<p><strong>3. Risk Management &amp; Compliance</strong></p>
<p>Identify, assess, and mitigate legal, regulatory, and operational risks.</p>
<p>Ensure compliance with corporate governance principles, laws, regulations, and internal policies.</p>
<p>Monitor regulatory changes and advise on their impact on the business.</p>
<p>Contribute to the development and enhancement of the company’s risk management framework.</p>
<p><strong>4. Litigation &amp; Dispute Management</strong></p>
<p>Oversee and monitor ongoing disputes, claims, and litigation cases.</p>
<p>Coordinate with external legal counsel to ensure effective case management and optimal outcomes.</p>
<p>Develop strategies to protect the company’s rights and minimize legal exposure.</p>
<p><strong>5. External Legal Coordination</strong></p>
<p>Manage relationships with external law firms and legal advisors.</p>
<p>Ensure alignment on legal strategies and consistent protection of the company’s interests.</p>
<p>Evaluate external legal support performance and cost-effectiveness.</p>
<p><strong>6. Corporate Governance &amp; Oversight</strong></p>
<p>Support the implementation and monitoring of corporate governance frameworks.</p>
<p>Identify governance gaps and recommend corrective actions.</p>
<p>Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and regulatory directives.</p>
<p><strong>7. Organizational Support &amp; Performance Enhancement</strong></p>
<p>Advise on legal aspects of business initiatives, partnerships, and new opportunities.</p>
<p>Strengthen institutional performance by minimizing exposure to legal, financial, and administrative risks.</p>
<p>Safeguard and enhance the company’s legal and commercial reputation.</p>
<p><strong>Qualifications &amp; Experience</strong></p>
<p>Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); Master’s degree (LLM) preferred.</p>
<p>Minimum of 15+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably in corporate, commercial, or oil &amp; gas sectors.</p>
<p>Strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance frameworks.</p>
<p>Experience in contract negotiation, dispute resolution, and legal risk management.</p>
<p><strong>Skills &amp; Competencies</strong></p>
<p>Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.</p>
<p>Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities.</p>
<p>High level of integrity and professional judgment.</p>
<p>Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.</p>
<p>Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.</p>
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