Job Summary

The Law Officer shall be responsible for providing legal, regulatory, and company secretarial support to the Company. The incumbent will assist in ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations of Bangladesh, managing corporate documentation, supporting Board and Committee affairs, maintaining statutory records, drafting and reviewing legal documents, and coordinating with regulatory authorities, including the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms (RJSC), BTRC, DIFE, DGDA, and other relevant authorities.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

Corporate & Company Secretarial Affairs

Ensure compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 1994, and other applicable laws and regulations.
Prepare, draft, and maintain notices, agendas, board papers, minutes, and resolutions for:
Board Meetings
Annual General Meetings (AGM)
Extraordinary General Meetings (EGM)
Committee Meetings
Maintain and update statutory books, registers, and records of the Company.
Coordinate and ensure timely filing of statutory returns, forms, and disclosures with RJSC and other regulatory authorities.
Monitor corporate governance compliance requirements and assist management in implementing governance practices.
Assist in preparing annual reports and regulatory disclosures.

Legal Documentation & Contract Management

Draft, vet, review, and negotiate agreements, contracts, MOUs, NDAs, service agreements, vendor agreements, employment-related documents, and other legal instruments.
Provide legal opinions and advisory support on operational, commercial, employment, and regulatory matters.
Ensure legal enforceability and risk mitigation in all contractual arrangements.
Maintain proper contract repository and documentation management system.
Coordinate execution, renewal, amendment, and termination of agreements.

Regulatory & Compliance Affairs

Liaise with government authorities, regulators, and external stakeholders regarding licensing, compliance, and legal matters.
Ensure compliance with labor laws, corporate laws, data privacy obligations, and healthcare-related regulatory requirements.
Assist in obtaining and renewing licenses, approvals, permits, and registrations from relevant authorities.
Conduct legal and compliance research on emerging laws, regulations, and regulatory changes affecting the business.
Support internal compliance audits and regulatory inspections.

Employment & HR Legal Support

Assist in drafting and reviewing HR policies, employee handbooks, disciplinary procedures, whistleblower policies, and workplace compliance frameworks.
Provide legal support relating to:
Employee misconduct investigations
Disciplinary proceedings
Employment termination
Sexual harassment complaints
Labor law compliance
Coordinate legal support for employee relations matters and workplace investigations.

Litigation & Dispute Management

Coordinate with external counsel regarding litigation, arbitration, and legal proceedings.
Assist in preparing legal documents, case summaries, and supporting materials for ongoing disputes.
Monitor status of legal cases and maintain litigation records.
Attend courts, tribunals, regulatory offices, and hearings when required.

Administrative & Operational Legal Support

Maintain legal database, documentation, and compliance tracker.
Support management in legal risk assessment and mitigation initiatives.
Provide legal assistance in business expansion, partnerships, and strategic projects.
Perform any other legal and compliance-related tasks assigned by management.

Educational Requirements

Bar-at-law, or Enrollment with the Bangladesh Bar Council, will be considered an advantage.

Experience Requirements

3-5 years of experience in corporate legal, company secretarial, compliance, or law firm practice.
Experience in healthcare, technology, corporate, or startup sectors will be preferred.
Prior experience in RJSC compliance and Board/AGM matters shall be considered an added advantage.

Required Skills & Competencies

Sound knowledge of:
Companies Act, 1994
Labour Act, 2006
E-Commerce Guidelines
Telemedicine Guidelines
Corporate governance practices
Contract drafting and review
Regulatory compliance
Strong drafting, communication, and analytical skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments within deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Good interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Reports To:

Chief Compliance & People Officer

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their CVs to :career@shukhee.com