Junior Legal Advisor

About us

BIOS Engineering & Trading PLC is an Information & Communication Technology (ICT) business firm that provides a wide range of IT products and services to various institutions and enterprises that support them automate, modernize & digitalize their business operations with established partnership with giant ICT companies worldwide and pool of specialized staff engineers, and broad technical expertise

Job Summary:

The Junior Legal Advisor will provide legal support across the company’s operations, focusing on contract review, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and risk mitigation. This role is ideal for a recent law graduate or early-career professional seeking hands-on experience in corporate law.

Key Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

1. Contract Drafting & Review:

• Assist in negotiating and drafting agreements (e.g., NDAs, vendor/supplier contracts, licensing, and partnership agreements).
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable laws.

2. Regulatory Compliance:

• Research and advice on relevant regulations (e.g., data privacy, consumer protection, industry-specific standards).
• Support compliance audits and risk assessments

3. Intellectual Property (IP):

• Help protect company IP (e.g., copyrights, trademarks, patent applications).
• Review third-party licenses for compliance risks

4. Corporate Governance:

• Assist with corporate filings, board resolutions, and maintaining legal entity records

Dispute Resolution:

5. Collaborate with external counsel on litigation or breach of contract cases.

• Draft legal notices or settlement agreements as needed.

6. Legal Research & Training:

• Monitor changes in laws and summarize implications for internal teams.
• Conduct training sessions for employees on legal topics (e.g., contract basics, compliance).
• Monitor changes in laws and summarize implications for internal teams.
• Conduct training sessions for employees on legal topics (e.g., contract basics, compliance).

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor of Laws (LLB from a recognized Ethiopian university
• Master’s degree or relevant certifications is advantageous
• Experience: 2+years in legal roles. Preferably in corporate or commercial law.
• Familiarity with contract law and regulatory frameworks.
• Basic understanding of data protection laws.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of legal research tools (e.g., Ethiopian Legal Information Institute – EthiopianLII)
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to translate legal jargon into clear language.
• Detail-oriented with multitasking capabilities.
• Leadership: Exceptional people management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Analytical Skills: Data-driven decision-making and problem-solving abilities. while fostering a productive and legally sound workplace.

SALARY – Negotiable but Attractive