Legal Associate at Lily Hospitals Limited Full Time

Job Title: Legal Associate

Location: Warri, Delta
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Legal Officer and Data Protection Officer will be responsible for managing and overseeing the company’s legal affairs, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, and safeguarding the integrity and security of our data.
• The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in corporate law, data protection regulations, and will have a keen eye for detail, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

Responsibilities
What you will be doing:

• Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of corporate matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Assist in the preparation and management of board meetings, including the preparation of agendas, minutes, and resolutions.
• Maintain and update corporate records and documentation.
• Implement and manage document control systems to ensure the accurate and timely handling of all company documents.
• Ensure proper documentation practices are followed, including version control and document security.
• Develop and implement governance frameworks and risk management strategies.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and recommend mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and practices.
• Manage the lifecycle of contracts and licenses, including renewals and terminations.
• Ensure that all contractual and licensing obligations are met in a timely manner.
• Oversee the administration and management of the company’s insurance policies.
• Liaise with insurance providers to ensure adequate coverage and manage claims as necessary.
• Serve as the Data Protection Officer (DPO) and ensure compliance with data protection laws and regulations, including GDPR.
• Develop and implement data protection policies and procedures.
• Conduct data protection impact assessments and audits.
• Handle data subject access requests and breaches.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate law, governance, risk management, and data protection regulations (including GDPR).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in legal research and document management systems.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.

Application Closing Date
17th June, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and credentials to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.