Legal / Compliance Manager

Hillcrest Solutions (Private) Limited

Islamabad , Pakistan

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PKR. 100,000 - 250,000/Month

We are seeking to hire an experienced individual for our NBFC client in Islamabad.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, including but not limited to SECP Rules & Regulations, Companies Act, NBFC Rules & Regulations, and AML/CFT Act & Regulations.
Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures.
Provide training on compliance requirements mandated by regulatory authorities.
Oversee AML, CTF, CDD, and KYC programs and related training initiatives.
Identify, monitor, and mitigate compliance risks to safeguard operational integrity.
Prepare and present comprehensive compliance reports.
Maintain accurate compliance records/documentation to be accessible for regulatory review and ensure timely regulatory filings,

2. Internal Compliance:

Identify, assess, and address legal and compliance risks associated with business operations.
Develop strategies to mitigate risks and safeguard the company’s interests.
Work closely with other departments to address compliance and legal matters effectively.

Support internal and external audits.
Conduct training sessions on compliance and legal requirements to promote a culture of adherence and integrity across the organization.
Maintain and execute the compliance programs of the company as compliance project manager
Supervise all the business processes that involve compliance and regulations and take timely actions to ensure compliance, both with national/local laws and internal policies of the company
Carry out investigations to find gaps in the current strategies/processes, which involve compliance and rectify these as per the regulatory guidelines

3. Legal Advisory:

Provide legal counsel to management on business-related legal matters.
Analyze and interpret laws, regulations, and policies impacting company operations.
Monitoring the current policies and systems in place and ensuring that it complies with legal and regulatory guidelines
Manage legal disputes and represent the company in alternative dispute resolution processes and legal proceedings.
Coordination with external legal counsel.
Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, agreements, and legal documents.

Qualification & Key Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a well-reputed university/institution duly recognized by HEC. Candidates with an LL.M or Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) and Compliance Certification shall be preferred.
Minimum 5 years of experience in legal and compliance functions.
In-depth knowledge of the industry’s standards and regulations
A business acumen partnered with a dedication to legality & compliance
Methodical and diligent with outstanding planning abilities
An analytical mind able to “see” the complexities of procedures and regulations
Exposure to curating, executing and monitoring compliance projects

Skills

Legal Counseling Risk Compliance Management Law of Contract Legal Advisory Legal Affairs Legal Compliance Legal Contract Review International Commercial Law Knowledge

Job Details

Industry:

Services

Functional Area:

Legal Affairs

Total Positions:

3 Posts

Job Shift:

First Shift (Day)

Job Type:

Full Time/Permanent

Job Location:

Islamabad, Pakistan

Gender:

No Preference

Minimum Education:

Bachelors

Degree Title:

Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a well-reputed university/institution duly recognized by HEC. Candidates with an LL.M or Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) and Compliance Certification shall be preferred.

Career Level:

Experienced Professional

Minimum Experience:

5 Years

Apply Before:

Mar 13, 2025

Posting Date:

Feb 12, 2025

Hillcrest Solutions (Private) Limited

Services · 2501-3000 employees - Islamabad

pHillcrest Solutions(Private) Limited is incorporated in Pakistan with the primary objective of providing Human Resource and Manpower Services to vast clientele across the Globe./p