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Assistant Manager, Legal and Compliance

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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Assistant Manager, Legal and Compliance to join our dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with our Senior Legal Counsel and Head of Compliance, providing vital support in both legal advisory and compliance management functions. If you are a resourceful professional with extensive experience in real estate, capital markets, and compliance, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Legal

  • Draft, review, and vet tenancy agreements, commercial contracts, financing agreements, and other legal documents.
  • Provide legal advice on various matters and manage legal correspondences.
  • Handle dispute resolution, arbitration, employment, and industrial relations matters independently, working with external solicitors and verifying facts.
  • Liaise with external solicitors and authorities on all legal issues.
  • Draft and review agreements related to asset acquisition/disposal, joint ventures, property management, and operational agreements.
  • Manage ad-hoc legal projects independently.

Compliance

  • Monitor and report on statutory and regulatory compliance requirements in areas such as anti-money laundering, anti-corruption, corporate governance, and personal data protection.
  • Draft and review internal policies, SOPs, and ensure compliance with internal controls, legal frameworks, and delegation of authority.
  • Provide timely updates to the Board and Management on new or amended laws/regulations and implement relevant internal controls to maintain adherence.
  • Prepare and coordinate compliance reports for the Board of Directors.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Law.
  • A qualified lawyer with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience, ideally with prior experience in both a law firm and in-house roles.
  • Proven expertise in real estate, capital markets, and regulatory compliance is essential.
  • Strong understanding of corporate governance, ESG, and compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks (experience in these areas will be an advantage).
  • Resourceful, with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects efficiently.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with external legal counsel, authorities, and internal stakeholders.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
  • A collaborative work environment with a focus on learning and development.
  • The chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic industry with a talented team of professionals.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply with your updated resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications.

Join us and contribute to a company where your legal and compliance expertise will make a meaningful impact!