Legal Officer

Legal / Law

About the Employer

Job Description

PickMe is the most successful local Tech Startup to date, funded by a consortium of local investors and IFC (a sister company of World Bank). As the front runner in the country's digital revolution, PickMe is shaping the future of mobility in Sri Lanka. Our technology is 100% homegrown, built by local engineering talent using world-class technology.

Legal Officer

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Draft, review and provide advice on legal documentation such as agreements, contracts and MoUs
  • Providing legal advice and support to the management on corporate legal matters including matters pertaining to employees.
  • Draft, review internal policies and advise management on legal implications of internal policies and procedures and ensure that they are in compliance with all statutory or legal requirements.
  • Collaborate with external legal counsel when necessary and manage external legal and regulatory relationships
  • Represent the company in legal proceedings, including negotiation, mediation, and court hearings
  • Executing deeds and other notarial documents
  • Preparing legal documents for all stages of the company lifecycle
  • Performing and/or monitoring statutory filings with local authorities
  • Coordinating with business partners, clients, and colleagues to gather information and/or documentation required to carry out assignments

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

  • Be an attorney at Law, holding a Bachelor's degree in Law with Notary License
  • Possess a minimum of 5 years of experience with at least 3 years in the corporate sector
  • Have excellent business writing skills
  • Possess an excellent command of English and Sinhala
  • Be self-driven, and have the ability to work independently within given timelines

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 0114 507 518

Address: No 309, Highlevel Road, Colombo 6

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