Legal And Corporate Secretary

The Legal and Corporate Secretary is responsible for providing strategic legal counsel, overseeing corporate governance practices, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing complex contract matters.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice and guidance on various matters, including contracts, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.
• Assess legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them effectively.
• Review, negotiate, and draft legal agreements, including contracts, term sheets, and exit agreements.
• Manage any legal disputes, litigation, or regulatory matters in collaboration with external legal counsel.
• Ensure compliance with all corporate governance requirements and standards.
• Maintain and update corporate records, bylaws, and other legal documents.
• Facilitate and support board meetings and shareholder communications.
• Oversee the company's adherence to ethical and legal principles, promoting transparency and integrity.
• Stay current on relevant laws and regulations affecting the business and keep the organization informed.
• Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures.
• Manage relationships with regulatory authorities and reporting obligations.
• Supervise the review, negotiation, and execution of contracts, ensuring that they align with the company's objectives and risk tolerance.
• Collaborate with external counsel as necessary in complex legal matters.
• Lead Data Protection and Privacy initiatives across Koltiva AG and its subsidiaries.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Business Administration, or related field. MBA or LLM are preferred.
• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in a legal or corporate secretarial role, with at least 8 years in a leadership or managerial capacity.
• Extensive knowledge of corporate law, governance principles, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and management.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset and attention to detail.
• Proven track record of managing complex Legal and Corporate governance initiatives and driving successful outcomes.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.