Application Deadline: January 1, 2027
| Key Duties and Responsibilities | Job Scope |
| Corporate Governance and Company Administration | Advise on company incorporation, ownership structures, shareholder arrangements and corporate restructuring. Prepare and review board resolutions, shareholder resolutions, governance policies and other corporate instruments. Monitor statutory filing obligations and corporate compliance requirements. Advise management on directors’ duties, fiduciary responsibilities, conflicts of interest and corporate decision-making. |
| Commercial Contracts and Transactions | Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, including advertising contracts, sponsorship arrangements, service agreements, distribution agreements and strategic partnerships. Review agreements with suppliers, consultants, freelancers, advertisers and commercial partners. Advise on contractual liability, indemnities, warranties, termination provisions and dispute-resolution mechanisms. Maintain appropriate contractual standards and a central register of material agreements. Conduct legal due diligence on prospective partners, acquisitions and significant commercial transactions. Support negotiations involving joint ventures, licensing businesses and international commercial relationships. |
| Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management | Identify legal and regulatory obligations affecting LED’s business operations. Develop compliance policies and advise management on corporate and commercial risks. Liaise with relevant regulators, professional advisers and public authorities where necessary. Coordinate with accountants and external tax specialists on tax-related corporate structuring and commercial transactions. |
| Legal Advisory and Dispute Prevention | Advise the Board on commercial legal questions. Identify contractual weaknesses and recommend measures to prevent disputes. Coordinate commercial dispute resolution with external litigation counsel where required. |
Benefits
- Professional Development: Opportunities to attend selected workshops on law, media, communications, sales, marketing, journalism and professional networking.
- Complimentary newsletter access: Free access to premium newsletters and selected exclusive publications.
- International Professional Network : Connect with professionals from The Legal Editorial Daily’s international network including legal professionals, politicians, diplomats, journalists, and scholars from Africa, Europe, Asia, Oceania, and more.
- Merchandise Discounts: Receive a 20% discount on all merchandise from The Legal Editorial Daily Shop
- Earning Opportunities: Become a The Legal Editorial Daily Affiliate & earn real money through referrals.
- Certificate of Recognition: Receive a certificate of recognition by The Legal Editorial Daily at the end of your tenure.
Job Features
| Job Category | Legal Affairs |
| Contract Duration | 12 months |
