Corporate Governance Expert
12 hours ago
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced CORPORATE GOVERNANCE EXPERT to lead our Legal and Governance Department, overseeing the company's legal, compliance, and corporate governance functions. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills to foster collaboration across departments, business units, and geographies, aligning legal and governance goals with our company's strategic objectives.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing legal advisory and corporate governance for a large international organisation, preferably in a regulated industry or renewable energy.
Main Responsibilities
- Ensure that the company complies with all local and international laws and regulations, including industry-specific requirements.
- Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts to protect the organisation's interests.
- Provide legal advice on a wide range of business matters, encompassing commercial, corporate, and labour law, as well as contracts, partnerships, and mergers and acquisitions.
- Lead the development and implementation of a framework to identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks.
- Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, or local privacy laws, developing and implementing policies to protect personal and sensitive data.
- Oversee the company's intellectual property portfolio, ensuring that IP assets are legally protected.
- Monitor and assess changes in laws and regulations, recommending necessary adjustments to policies and business practices.
- Manage and resolve commercial disputes for the business, including engaging with external legal experts as necessary.
- Conduct regular legal and compliance risk assessments to ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
- Act as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities.
- Oversee compliance audits and ensure that any gaps in regulatory compliance are addressed promptly.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in a legal, governance, or compliance role in an international business environment, with at least 5 years in a management position.
- Professional qualification such as Solicitor (England & Wales) or Attorney at Law. Chartered Governance Institute (ICSA) qualifications for corporate governance expertise are a plus.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, capable of advising senior management and the board of directors on complex legal and governance issues.
- Ability to communicate complex legal and governance concepts clearly and effectively to non-legal stakeholders.
What We Offer
- An estimated salary of £80,000 - £110,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- A performance-based bonus.
- A permanent contract.
- A full-time position.
- A dynamic and inclusive work environment.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
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