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A reputable Institution invites applications from suitably qualified Ghanaians for the following position as Head of Legal Department
(Salary Scale attached to this position is GHS 12,983.00 - GHS 15,781.00)
Reports directly to: Head of Institution
Supervises: Senior/Legal Officers
Duties/Responsibilities: He/She will lead in;
- Preparing and filing writs, pleadings, submissions, statements of cases, witness statements and other Court/ legal processes both 'for and against' the Institution.
- Representing the Institution in the Court and other fora such as the Labour Commission, etc. when necessary.
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- Advising on civil matters such as high-profile cases that should be referred to the external Lawyers of the Institution. Liaising with the external Lawyers of the Institution in the discharge of their obligations to the Institution.
- Advising on statutory compliances.
- Researching and preparing legal opinions on civil matters affecting the Institution.
- Drafting and/ or reviewing legal letters, contracts and agreements for and on behalf of the Institution and monitoring legal obligations under agreements to ensure
- Assisting in the formulation, implementation and /or amendment of the Institution's policies.
- Providing sound legal advice to the Institution and making recommendations to Management as necessary.
- Conducting research and providing opinions on internal issues.
- Causing to be maintained, a database of the status of all Court matters involving the Institution.
- Submitting weekly and monthly work reports to Line Manager.
- Perform other related functions assigned.
QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS:
- LLB/BA and BL
- Must be on the Roll of Lawyers and a member of the Ghana Bar Association in good standing
- A Master's In Public Administration or MBA would be an advantage
- High moral character with Proven Integrity.
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Must be highly proficient in the use of ICT Tools.
Work Experience
A Minimum of 12 years post-qualification expenence with 5 years administrative experience in a managenal position
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