Company Secretary Job at RightChoice Electronics Limited

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Company Secretary 

Job Location: Aba

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the company complies with all relevant local, national, and international laws and regulations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance.
• Conduct regular audits of company practices to identify and rectify any legal compliance issues.
• Identify potential legal risks associated with business activities and develop strategies to mitigate those risks.
• Advise on appropriate insurance coverage and risk management practices to protect the companys assets.
• Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings and managing correspondence
• Ensure that the company adheres to corporate governance standards and practices.
• Draft and review employment contracts, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and non-compete agreements, and handle employment disputes.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings, including managing external counsel when necessary.
• Handle internal and external communications, including emails, calls, and official correspondence
• Negotiate settlements and handle mediation or arbitration processes to resolve disputes without litigation.
• Advice on the protection of intellectual property (IP) rights, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
• Ensure that the company obtains and maintains necessary licenses and permits.
• Stay informed about changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to provide well-informed advice to management and other stakeholders.
• Manage legal aspects of public relations and communications, including media inquiries and press releases.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Law, or related field; paralegal or legal certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of working experience
• Proven experience as legal advisor or similar role.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency in legal research.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal management software

Method of Application

For interested applicants, kindly send your CV with a cover letter to ccufomadu7@gmail.com with the subject line: Company Secretary - FULL NAME.