Legal Associate

Role Summary

The Legal Associate is responsible for managing routine legal matters with increasing independence in collaboration with all other members of the legal team and relevant stakeholders to ensure effective legal support, risk mitigation and compliance with applicable laws, regulations and internal policies. The role shall progressively build corporate governance, legal drafting and regulatory compliance while supporting the business objectives of AMTPJ Group.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop/ enhance a strong understanding of the corporate in-house legal environment and the range of legal matters typically handled by the legal division.
• Draft, review and revise and manage routine legal documents, agreements and correspondence while ensuring legal accuracy and alignment with business requirements.
• Provide legal support and guidance to internal stakeholders on contractual, corporate, governance and commercial matters within delegated authority.
• Conduct legal research, prepare legal opinions, reports and summaries to support decision-making.
• Assist in identifying, assessing and mitigating legal risks arising from business activities, projects and contractual arrangements.
• Support the review and administration of corporate governance documents, including Articles ofAssociation, by-laws, Board and Committee Charters, resolutions, powers of attorney, and relatedcorporate records.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external parties to facilitate the timely completion of legal transactions and compliance requirements.
• Support legal compliance initiatives and contribute to maintaining compliance with applicable laws, regulations, corporate governance requirements, and internal policies.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by management commensurate with the level of the position.Qualification and Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in law or equivalent legal qualification.
• International legal education or legal studies in a common law jurisdiction is preferred.Experience:Minimum 2-5 years of relevant legal experience ideally gained at an internationally recognized law firm, preferably in corporate or commercial law.Skills:
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven and sound knowledge of common law concepts and principles of common law contracts.
• Strong proven legal English drafting skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Contract drafting, review, and negotiation capabilities.
• Sound understanding of corporate governance principles.
• Familiarity with common law concepts and commercial legal practices.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple assignments.
• Ability to deliver quality outcomes within established timelines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multicultural environment.
• Self-driven, adaptable and committed to continuous professional development.Professional Certification:Ideally admitted to a bar in a common law jurisdiction such as the New York Bar, or the Bar of England and Wales.