Legal Assistant Manager – Manufacturing

About the role

We are seeking a Legal Assistant Manager to lead compliance, corporate governance and statutory responsibilities for a reputable manufacturing firm in Kathmandu. The role bridges the Board, senior management, shareholders and regulators to ensure timely and accurate legal filings.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Company Act, corporate laws and all regulatory requirements.
• Monitor legislative changes and implement necessary updates and statutory filings.
• Manage company registration, annual returns and other statutory documentation.
• Organise Board and shareholder meetings and prepare accurate minutes, resolutions and action points.
• Maintain secure custody and digitisation of corporate documents such as Articles of Association, agreements and resolutions.
• Act as liaison between the Board, senior management, shareholders, regulatory bodies and external legal counsel.
• Advise on corporate governance, compliance risks and respond to regulator queries.
• Prepare regular compliance, governance and risk management reports for senior management.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LLB/LLM) or equivalent legal qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in legal and compliance functions within a trading or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Nepalese corporate law, regulatory requirements and compliance procedures.
• Excellent documentation, communication, coordination and analytical abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive corporate information.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Experience with digital document management systems.

What we offer

• Competitive, negotiable salary based on experience and competency.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment with significant legal responsibility.