Chief Legal Officer (m/f)

Duties

• Overall, the incumbent will be responsible for:
• Legal counsel and compliance including oversight on governance and adherence to country laws, regulatory requirements, policies and procedures.
• Oversight leadership and management of the legal and compliance functions, supports and guides the CEO, Board and management on legal and compliance matters relevant to NIP
• Ensuring that the compliance records are kept according to the statutory requirements and good corporate governance and compliance practices. This position is required to develop and recommend legal and compliance policies, procedures and controls

Requisites

• Accredited Bachelor’s Degree in law or LLB and admission as a Legal Practitioner in the High Court of Namibia
• Master’s Degree in the relevant Legal field. Specialization in Business or Commercial Law will be an added advantage
• Extensive knowledge of Corporate Governance and compliance
• Highly knowledgeable on industry regulations, laws and governance directives Legal research skills, with an ability to review and interpret highly technical, legal and compliance information and data
• Analytical skills - analyses legal contracts and agreements, and make sound judgement to communicate technical, legal and compliance aspects to a non -technical audience
• Leadership skills, verbal and written communication skills, strong judgment and decision-making abilities, negotiation skills, strong interpersonal and networking skills, problem solving and decision-making skills, highly organized with a strong emphasis on planning and time management skills, technology savvy
• Ethical conduct, sound reputation and high integrity with a good understanding of data privacy and confidentiality standards Ability to identify and resolve legal, compliance and governance challenges
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with key stakeholders

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contactedIndicate the source of this job post: working.co.na
• Five (5) Years Fixed Term Contract
• Applicants should forward a written application and Curriculum Vitae (CV) supported with certified copies of relevant qualification
• Only shortlisted candidates with relevant supporting documents attached to their application will be contacted for interviews. Candidates from the disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply
• Non- Namibian qualifications must be evaluated by NQA
• Enquiries: Chief Human Capital Officer: 061-295 4201

How to Apply

1. Documentation

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

2. Application

• Send your Documentation to Executive.vacancies@nip.com.na with the Subject line “Chief Legal Officer”