University of Ghana Legal Jobs in Accra
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JOB PURPOSE
- The Office of the Legal Counsel shall, under the Vice-Chancellor, be responsible for providing legal counsel, advice and representation in all matters and proceedings of the University.
- The successful applicant will be a member of the team and will assist the Legal Counsel in the discharge of the responsibilities of the Office of the Legal Counsel.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist the Legal Counsel to provide legal advice on all University-related matters;
- Represent or ensure that the University is appropriately represented in all dispute resolution proceedings;
- Attend Committee and other meetings;
- Review University activities to determine compliance with applicable law;
- Review, draft and revise contract/agreements, and any other documents to support commercial transactions agreements involving or concerning the University;
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- Record minutes of meetings including subsidiary Companies and Appeals Board hearing proceedings;
- Review, draft and negotiate major account agreements, consulting agreements, non-disclosure agreements amongst others;
- Drive contract lifecycle from drafting through to completion of the negotiation process, and/or contract execution. Manage contract change control process and related correspondence requiring legal input;
- Prepare contracts for internal review and approval and ensure compliance with University policies as well as applicable laws or regulations;
- Research and evaluate different risk factors regarding business decisions and operations;
- Apply effective risk management techniques and offer proactive advice on possible legal issues;
- With approval from the Legal Counsel, communicate and negotiate with external parties (regulators, external counsel, public authority etc.);
- Draft and solidify agreements, contracts and other legal documents to ensure the University’s full legal rights;
- Deal with complex matters with multiple stakeholders and forces;
- Write legal opinions as shall be requested;
- Draft legal documents as shall be requested;
- Be a team player, help build your team and maintain teamwork;
- Conduct your work with integrity and responsibility;
- Discharge any other assignments that the Legal Counsel shall deem necessary.
Qualification Required & Experience
Applicants must possess:
- A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree
- Professional law qualification and duly enrolled at the Bar to practice Law in Ghana
- Minimum of six (6) years relevant post-qualification experience
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TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
The appointment as Legal Officer/Senior Legal Officer shall normally be for six years including a probationary period. The appointment shall be reviewed before the end of the sixth year and may normally be renewed.
Location: Accra
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