Legal Officer

About the role

Old Mutual is seeking a Legal Officer to provide legal and corporate governance support across the organisation. You will work closely with internal teams to ensure contracts, policies and board activities comply with relevant laws and internal standards.

Key responsibilities

• Review, draft and administer contracts and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions.
• Monitor compliance with applicable laws, regulations and internal policies.
• Support company secretarial functions, including board and committee administration.
• Assist in managing litigation and coordinate with external counsel.
• Enhance record‑management and legal documentation processes.
• Improve responsiveness to internal stakeholders requiring legal support.

Required profile

• Junior associate with no more than one year of post‑call experience.
• Strong legal drafting and negotiation abilities.
• Knowledge of Ghanaian labour, corporate and contract law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High organisational capability and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to ethical standards and professional conduct.

Required skills

• Computer literacy
• Database administration
• Desktop publishing (DTP)
• Network administration
• Office systems proficiency