Legal and Compliance Officer (Kathmandu)

About the role

The Legal & Compliance Officer will provide legal support to the company, ensure adherence to Nepalese laws and regulations, manage corporate legal documentation, and assist the Board and management in maintaining effective corporate governance.

Key responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to the Board, management and departments on corporate matters.
• Monitor compliance with the Companies Act and other regulations, maintain corporate records and ensure timely statutory filings.
• Track regulatory changes, maintain a compliance calendar and prepare periodic reports for senior management.
• Draft, review, negotiate and manage commercial and corporate agreements, maintaining a central contract register.
• Coordinate litigation and dispute management, liaise with external counsel and keep management updated on risks.
• Support corporate governance by preparing Board and committee papers and monitoring implementation of resolutions.
• Liaise with government and regulatory authorities to obtain and renew licences, permits and registrations.
• Conduct internal compliance reviews, develop checklists and assist in policy updates.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.); a Master’s degree or professional qualification is an advantage.
• Valid registration/licensing with the relevant professional authority where required.
• 3–5 years of experience in corporate law, legal compliance or a legal department, preferably in a public limited company or regulated industry.
• Strong knowledge of Nepalese corporate and commercial laws and regulatory requirements.

Required skills

• Legal drafting, contract review, research, negotiation and business‑level communication.
• Proficiency in Nepali and English for legal and business writing.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and electronic document‑management systems.