Vice President – Legal Services, Compliance & Company Secretary

Role Summary

The Vice President of Legal Services, Compliance & Company Secretary is responsible for leading the organization’s legal, regulatory, and governance functions. This role ensures effective legal risk management, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance, while providing strategic legal counsel to senior leadership. The incumbent also serves as Corporate Secretary, supporting the Board of Directors and ensuring adherence to statutory obligations.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Leadership & Advisory

• Develop and execute the legal department’s strategy in alignment with corporate goals.
• Provide expert legal advice on contracts, regulatory matters, corporate transactions, litigation, labor law, intellectual property, and risk management.
• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and review of critical contracts and agreements.
• Oversee legal responses to external information requests, ensuring confidentiality and compliance.
• Manage relationships with external counsel and oversee litigation and legal proceedings.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure organizational compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances (e.g., Companies Ordinance, Electricity Ordinance, Immigration Ordinance).
• Develop and implement legal management systems, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes, assess impact, and advise management accordingly.
• Create and maintain compliance checklists and conduct staff training on legal obligations.

Governance & Corporate Secretary Duties

• Serve as Corporate Secretary, coordinating Board meetings, preparing resolutions and minutes, and maintaining corporate records.
• Promote best practices in corporate governance and act as liaison between the Board, management, and stakeholders.
• Maintain secure and accessible filing systems for legal documents, policies, agreements, and the Company Seal.

Operational Oversight

• Establish departmental objectives and KPIs; report on legal team performance and progress.
• Drive adoption of legal technology and contract lifecycle management systems.
• Oversee departmental budgeting and resource allocation.

Strategic Contribution

• Support the President & CEO in executing the corporate vision and strategic initiatives.
• Provide legal insights to inform business decisions and mitigate risks.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s Degree in Business Law or related field.
• 15–20 years of progressive experience in legal, governance, or compliance roles.
• Chartered Governance Professional designation preferred.
• Proven expertise in commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, employment law, intellectual property, and corporate law.
• Extensive experience advising Boards and managing corporate governance matters.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic legal thinking and business acumen.
• High ethical standards, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Strong analytical, judgment, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.
• Ability to anticipate legal risks and deliver clear, actionable advice.
• Skilled in resolving sensitive and complex legal matters.