Job Reference Number: GIT – Legal
Department: Legal & Corporate Secretariat
Industry: Legal
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant position of Graduate in Training: Legal & Compliance reporting to the Specialist: Legal & Compliance.
JOB PURPOSE
The Graduate Trainee – Legal will receive practical training and exposure in legal advisory services, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, contract management, litigation management, policy development, ethics and integrity management, and legal risk management within a regulated utility environment.
KEY OUTPUTS
- Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions and memoranda.
- Draft, review, and manage contracts and agreements.
- Maintain legal, compliance, litigation, and contract registers.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting the Corporation.
- Support compliance audits, assessments, and reporting processes.
- Assist with policy development and review.
- Support corporate governance and Board administration activities.
- Assist with litigation and dispute management processes.
- Support ethics, integrity, and compliance awareness initiatives.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and management submissions.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
- Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree from a recognized institution.
- Completion of Articles of Clerkship or equivalent practical legal training.
- Demonstrable legal research, drafting, and analytical skills.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a dynamic legal office, law firm, regulatory environment, public institution, or corporate environment.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online through the EWSC Careers Portal:
🔗 Apply Here:
https://ewscjobs.mcidirecthire.com/
📌 Reference Number: GIT – Legal
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
