Legal Head Job in Nepal

Job Information

Duty Station Kathmandu
Type of Appointment Full time
No. of Openings 1 opening
Salary Competitive /
Job Level : Mid-Level
Job Experience : 5 year
Job Category Admin & Management
5 year
Job Qualification : Master
Posted Date : Nov 24, 2020

Job Description

Daraz Nepal is seeking a Legal Head position. This role plays a leading position in the business by providing leadership to the legal department and legal leadership across the business.

The Legal Head is tasked with analyzing and identifying the legal risks and implications of all of the business’s transactions, keeping the senior management in all departments of the business informed of developments in laws and regulations that potentially affect the business.

To contribute to the business’ objectives through providing first class legal advice on the contractual relationships underpinning the company’s business
To implement legal and public relation strategies for the business which are consistent with the long term interests of the company
To ensure that business operations / future initiatives or projects comply with all current legislation, regulations and best practice within the legal profession at all times
To highlight risk issues where relevant, and to seek ways to mitigate risk through innovative solutions
Acting 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 a large volume of contracts across the range of the company’s activities
Dealing with all legal and regulatory matters including dealing with various authorities and government offices. Strong network and experience in policy making preferred
Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for the legal department for management meetings

What we offer:

An international working environment in a start-up setting, and the unique opportunity to learn from industry leaders, including Lazada and Alibaba teams
Work closely with country and group level management to build e-commerce in Nepal
Hands-on experience in leading a team and growing a business
Five-day working week
Benefits package: SSF, fuel expenses, mobile top-ups, and data pack, accident insurance, medical insurance, full annual health check-up

Required Qualification & Experience

Bachelor or Master’s Degree in law with minimum 5 years of experience
Proven success in risk management field
Work exposure in multinational company will be an extra advantage.
Must possess excellent decision-making, strategic thinking, leadership, interpersonal, and ethical conduct skills
A results-driven leader and creative problem solver, who takes full ownership of their responsibilities