Job Description
Manager - Legal
Assetline Corporate Services (Private) Limited, a member of David Pieris Group, provides professional services in the areas of legal and company secretarial functions to the Group as well as external clients, is looking for a dynamic and focused individual to join our team of professionals in the following capacity.
Responsibilities
- Representing in judicial and quasi-judicial matters with necessary documentation in a timely manner, coordinating with external counsel and effective handling of cases, effective resolution of disputes and pre litigation documentation.
- Advise on labour related matters, conduct domestic inquiries, manage all matters pertaining to the Labour Tribunal.
- Recommend solutions within the legal framework to achieve the business objectives of the companies and provide advice, opinions, and assistance as necessary.
- Engage in general conveyancing practice including examination and preparation of reports on title, draft and/or perusal of deeds and other notarial documents.
- Draft policies/procedures/processes of the Legal Division and ensure compliance with the same.
- Evaluate risks from a legal perspective and safeguard the interest of the Companies.
- Keep abreast of legislative revisions to statutes and bills, that may affect the Companies of the Group and ensure statutory compliance.
Requirements
- Attorney-at-Law with a L.L.B. from a reputed Law School or University.
- Masters in law in commercial laws and practices would be an added qualification.
- Notary Public with the license to practice in Sinhala & English languages in the Colombo Judicial Zone.
- Minimum of 12 years' experience /practice in the profession is mandatory.
- Ability to draft legal documents of varied nature and communicate complex issues clearly and concisely.
- Skill and capacity to work with legal and non-legal professionals to develop innovative solutions.
- Exceptional analytical and decision-making skills coupled with a thorough knowledge of legal principles & procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English & Sinhala.
- Skills in people management lead the team towards achieving goals.
If you feel that this role is for you, send in a detailed resume along with two non-related referees by email or post, to reach us within 07 days of this advertisement indicating the position applied for, in the subject line of the email or top left corner of the envelope.
Head of Human Resources
Assetline Corporate Services (Pvt) Ltd.
No. 120, 120A, Pannipitiya Road
Battaramulla
Email: careers@assetline.lk