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LEGAL OFFICER

Full-time Lusaka, ZM
Posted 18 hours, 54 minutes ago ⏰ Deadline: May 30, 2026 15 views 0 applications

Job Description

Job Description

To deliver operational legal services by drafting, reviewing, and managing legal documentation, providing research-based legal advice, supporting litigation, and ensuring accurate legal records.

Key Responsibilities

  • Legal Documentation & Contracts
    • Draft and review commercial agreements.
    • Ensure compliance with approved legal standards.
    • Maintain centralized contract repository.
  • Legal Advisory & Research
    • Conduct legal research and draft opinions.
    • Interpret legislation affecting operations.
  • Litigation Support
    • Prepare pleadings, affidavits, and evidence files.
    • Liaise with courts and external counsel.
  • Corporate Secretarial & Records
    • Maintain statutory records and resolutions.
    • Support corporate governance requirements.
  • Risk & Compliance Support
    • Identify legal risks and escalate promptly.
    • Support compliance audits and investigations.
  • Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Head Legal.

Authority

  • Recommend legal positions.
  • Issue routine legal correspondence.
  • Escalate risk issues.

Qualifications & Experience

  • LLB (mandatory).
  • Admission to the Bar (advantage).
  • (1-2 years)
  • Valid practicing license.

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