Legal Counsel

Role PurposeTo provide high-quality legal support on portfolio and investment activities by drafting and reviewing transactional documents, advising on legal risks and compliance, supporting due diligence exercises, and mentoring junior legal staff. The role ensures the organization?s legal interests are safeguarded in all transactions and operations.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide legal support on investment transactions, portfolio operations, and corporate matters as delegated by the Senior Legal Counsel and/or Legal Director.Assist in drafting and reviewing investment transaction documents, including shareholder agreements, subscription agreements, share purchase agreements, and other ancillary legal instruments.Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis to support investment decision-making and ensure legal compliance with applicable laws and regulations.Lead and coordinate the drafting, review, and validation of contracts, MoUs, and legal advisory notes for portfolio and investment-related matters.Oversee and guide the work of Junior Legal Counsel(s) in conducting legal research, document drafting, and legal analysis.Review and advise on regulatory frameworks impacting investment activities and assist in regulatory filings and compliance requirements.Support legal due diligence processes for mergers, acquisitions, and equity investments, identifying legal risks and proposing mitigation strategies.Maintain and manage accurate records of legal documents, case files, and legal correspondence.Liaise with external legal advisors, regulatory bodies, and relevant internal stakeholders to resolve legal issues and ensure seamless legal operations.Contribute to policy development and legal risk management frameworks across the organization.Provide internal legal training and awareness sessions on key legal topics to business units and junior staff.Provide legal support on investment transactions, portfolio operations, and corporate matters as delegated by the Senior Legal Counsel and/or Legal Director.Provide legal support on investment transactions, portfolio operations, and corporate matters as delegated by the Senior Legal Counsel and/or Legal Director.Assist in drafting and reviewing investment transaction documents, including shareholder agreements, subscription agreements, share purchase agreements, and other ancillary legal instruments.Assist in drafting and reviewing investment transaction documents, including shareholder agreements, subscription agreements, share purchase agreements, and other ancillary legal instruments.Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis to support investment decision-making and ensure legal compliance with applicable laws and regulations.Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis to support investment decision-making and ensure legal compliance with applicable laws and regulations.Lead and coordinate the drafting, review, and validation of contracts, MoUs, and legal advisory notes for portfolio and investment-rela