Univest - Legal Associate

Key Responsibilities:

- Corporate Drafting: Draft, review, and amend a wide range of corporate legal documents including but not limited to contracts, agreements (NDA, MOU, Shareholders' Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements), corporate policies, board resolutions, and more.

- Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research on various topics including corporate law, compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and intellectual property.

- Document Review: Assist in the review of contracts and legal agreements to ensure compliance with applicable laws, accuracy, and risk mitigation.

- Client Interaction: Liaise with clients and external parties to understand their legal requirements and provide appropriate legal advice under supervision.

- Compliance: Assist the legal team in ensuring that the company's operations comply with all applicable legal regulations, including corporate governance, securities laws, and other relevant statutes.

- Communication: Collaborate effectively with senior legal counsel, business teams, and clients, providing clear and concise legal communication. Ensure timely updates and feedback are provided.

- Administrative Tasks: Handle document management, filing, and maintenance of records in a structured and organized manner.

- Team Support: Provide assistance to senior lawyers in larger corporate transactions, due diligence, and negotiations as required.

Qualifications:

- Education: Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from an accredited university. A Master's degree (LLM) or further certifications in corporate law is a plus.

- Experience: 1-2 years of experience in corporate law, preferably in a law firm or legal department with exposure to corporate drafting.

Skills:

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to explain legal matters clearly to clients and colleagues.

- Proficient in legal drafting with a strong understanding of corporate law principles.

- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under tight deadlines.

- Knowledge of corporate transactions, business structures, and legal compliance.

- Strong research skills and analytical thinking.

- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Familiarity with legal research tools and contract management software is an advantage.

Personal Attributes:

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.

- A team player with a proactive and professional attitude.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive legal information.

- Good negotiation and problem-solving skills.