Legal & Compliance Associate
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Providing legal advisory support to the company and management on all matters as may be delegated by the team lead;
- Advising on the interpretation of laws and regulations, monitoring any amendments to them and updating management on the implications of such;
- Drafting, reviewing or supervising the work of external counsel to ensure the drafting and review of legal documentation.
- Review all offering/investment memoranda.
COMPLIANCE MONITORING
- Support regulatory fillings and reporting obligations.
- Performing compliance functions - ensuring compliance with manuals and procedure and manintaining exception reports as may be required;
- Assist in compliance reviews and internal control monitoring.
- Track AML/CFT/CPF, data protection and policy adherence.
- Continuously monitor compliance with statutory obligations and advise management accordingly.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reports as may be delegated by the team lead;
- Perform all other duties as may be delegated by the team lead from time to time.
- Maintain compliance registers and incident logs.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
- Support Board and Committee meeting coordination.
- Prepare board packs and minutes.
- Maintain statutory registers and filings.
- Monitor policy implementation across business units.
COMPETENCIES REQUIREMENTS
- Decisiveness and ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Adaptability
- Legal drafting and contract negotiation skills
- Advanced critical and legal reasoning skills
- Attention to detail
- Commercial Awareness
EDUCATIONAL & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION
- Minimum of bachelor's degree (Master's preferred)
- 6 years minimum working experience
- Commercial law firm experience or in-house financial services.
Opportunities for Career Growth
MBO Capital prioritizes continuous learning and development, providing a wide array of customized programs and mentorship opportunities. We aim to hire the smartest of the smart.
