Qualification

• Attorney at Law (Commercial Law) – Preferred MBA/ MSc
• Member of Bar Association, (or relevant professional association) – Preferred IT/IS management

Experience

• Senior Management level exposure - A minimum of 5 years in Multi-national/Regional environment heading commercial/ international legal aspects (Preferred the candidate working with multi-cultural groups)
• Total Management level exposure of 8 - 10 yrs

Knowledge

• International Trade Law , International competition law (Prefer if the candidate has a thorough knowledge on environment, health & safety and international quality accreditation systems)
• International Commercial Law , Commercial Arbitration (Desired good knowledge of general business environment, industry development, knowledge of economic environment, ability to apprehend implications of macro level changes to the organization)
• Knowledge of the legal environment, processes, enacting bodies, and legal system in operating environment in order to be able to advise on multiple exposures on contracts, possible risks
• Good understanding of financing process, loan requirements, basic knowledge to understand financial instruments and concepts etc, to be able to advice on legal documentation of loan / financial instruments, financial restructuring etc
• Business knowledge, understanding of business process, organizational systems, in order to facilitate in advising on commercial / HR/employee related issues
• Human rights & Environmental law
• Information Technology law
• Corporate Finance law
• Knowledge of organizational dynamics, processes / systems related complications, culture / behavior related

Skills

• High level of conceptual & rational thinking, strong negotiation skills & look at the overall picture and out of the box, go beyond conventional boundaries, understand the long term implications/ effects (Prefers if the candidate has the ability to see a future for the business through the analysis of complex business situations and take the organization forward through entrepreneurial / innovative actions)
• Strong analytical skills in breaking down complex situations to simple processes
• Drafting & research skills
  Business thinking, ability to take calculated risks, ability to apprehend legal implications of operational decisions
• A high level of emotional intelligence, ability to manage others emotions, empathize and give leadership
• The ability to articulate and present complex issues in a simple manner to all levels of employees, good communication and presentation skills
• The ability to impart accurate information (both verbal and written) in a timely manner, to be open to others’ opinions and share information across departments / organizations
• A very good team player, ability to convince others in adopting change / initiatives, disseminate targets / objectives to others clearly
• The willingness to encourage learning and development of others to facilitate the achievement of organizational objectives
• Personal commitment to continuously update knowledge on industry developments, changes in economic/political/legal/technological/socio-cultural environments etc

Personal Characteristics

• A professional but flexible approach to work, tactful & persuasive (the candidate should be able to read emerging landscape of legal reforms & influence the required change at the right forums)
• Commercial acumen with professional visibility
• A personal desire and energy to succeed against high standards, self motivated with eye for detail
• The ability to communicate and maintain good relationships with colleagues and the public
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Inspirational personality & positive attitude to work
• Willingness to learn & take new responsibilities