Location: Chitwan/ Kathmandu- Based

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal, financial, and/or strategic advice during and outside of Board and General Meetings.
• Handle regulatory relations, legal documentation, and due diligence.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the legal department including but not limited to seeking and providing guidance on legal matters such as workplace policies, contract negotiations, and litigation.
• Report to the Chairman and Managing Director and often liaise with board members.
• Prepare agendas and papers for board meetings, committees, and minutes of the meetings.
• Maintain files and records related to the organization’s legal proceedings and contract as per the laws of SEBON, NEPSE, and other regulators.
• Ensure that the company is following standard corporate governance practices
• Provide legal advice using oral or written platforms, The Company Secretary will be expected to brief a team of staff members on legal issues, potential liabilities, and possible courses of action.
• Perform Legal Research as required in the company.
• Conduct legal due diligence of investee companies and potential investment targets.
• Verify the speech or write-ups for press releases and media.
• Conduct AGMs and SGMs when required.
• Handle Over the Counter (OTC) registration and transaction when required.
• Work with legal firms and advisors on specific assignments.
• Support HR Department & Accounts Department by providing legal guidance as required.
• Act as the first contact point in obtaining legal instructions/advice to ensure the activities are compliant within the framework of Nepalese Law.
• To take overall responsibility for the effective management including drafting and negotiation of legal contracts the company is getting into.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum 3 years or more of working experience in public company’s operations and policies.
• Master’s in Law (LLM) from a recognized university.
• Thorough knowledge of activities involved while listing the company in public limited.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, compliance, and governance principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English and Nepali in both speaking and writing.
• Proficiency in legal research and document drafting.

Job Type: Full-Time

Career Level: Senior-Level

If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter via email.

* Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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