Circle Legal - Documentation & Contracts

Role & Responsibilities: Contract Drafting and Review - Draft, review, and revise contracts, agreements, policies, terms and conditions, and other legal documents to support business operations and compliance. Legal Guidance - Provide legal guidance to cross-functional teams on document standards and ensure contracts align with corporate objectives and legal requirements. Legal Research and Risk Mitigation - Conduct legal research and analysis to support contract negotiations, identifying and mitigating potential legal and business risks. Contract Lifecycle Management - Manage contracts from drafting to execution, amendments, and renewals while ensuring adherence to internal processes and external regulations. Stakeholder Collaboration - Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather relevant information for contract preparation and resolve discrepancies to maintain document accuracy. Documentation and Record Management - Maintain legal records, contracts, and documentation in a central repository or contract management system in an organized and timely manner. Due Diligence Support - Prepare and review legal documents for mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and other business transactions as part of due diligence processes. External Counsel Coordination - Work with external legal counsel to resolve complex contract issues and manage outsourced legal tasks, ensuring alignment with internal guidelines. Training and Guidance - Provide training and guidance to team members on contract management practices, legal policies, and risk mitigation strategies. Preferred Candidate Profile: - Law graduate (LLB) with relevant experience in corporate contract management. - Strong understanding of legal documentation, contract standards, and corporate compliance. - Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills. - Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work with cross-functional teams. - Experience working with contract management systems and maintaining legal records. Skills: Risk Assessment, Negotiation Skills, Legal Research, Compliance Management, Contract Drafting, Document Review Experience: 3.00-6.00 Years