Head of Legal

About Rogers Capital

At Rogers Capital, we are a dynamic team of strategists, thinkers, and innovators – united to help you defy limitations. With ingenious solutions, we navigate through evolving markets, converting challenges into opportunities using our credit expertise, corporate legacy, and cutting-edge technology. But our story extends beyond expertise – it’s about our unwavering commitment, passion, loyalty, and people – the values that truly count.

Embodying Agility, Pioneering, and Excellence, we drive transformation for our people, clients, businesses, and the communities they thrive in. Together, we conquer new horizons.

Summary of the Role

Assist the Managing Director and Heads of Departments in servicing the legal needs of Rogers Capital and its clients. Ensure clients of Rogers Capital receive high quality and timely legal services at all times.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide assistance on any tax and legal issues as and when required to Rogers Capital and its clients.
• Keeping a constant watch on the legal environment in order to apply and explain changes in legislation (including tax legislations), rules, regulations, codes and guidelines to the firm and group employees, clients or collaborators.
• Assist in managing legal aspects of tax audits, tax disputes and taking charge of the legal follow-up of cases.
• Assist from a legal perspective the tax team to represent the group and its clients and defending its interests before the tax authorities and the courts.
• Assist in conducting and leading training sessions on legal issues (including legal tax issues).
• Advice on the legal aspects of any tax structuring advice.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing legal documents and provide legal advice/opinion on a wide range of subjects including global business matters, as and when required.
• Conduct legal research and communicate findings clearly and concisely.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and represent the company for resolution of issues.
• Maintain the litigation register of the company and the master log of litigation of client companies.
• Work in collaboration with the Head of Compliance & Risk/Compliance Department on any legal/compliance issues as and when required.
• Consultation with the legal department of the Rogers and Company Limited, or any external lawyer, as needed, to resolve legal issues. Maintain and manage a network of lawyers and legal professionals.
• Assist the Managing Director in managing the overall functioning of the company including the preparation of the budget, achievement of revenues and management of legal debtors.
• Coach & develop team members with a view to build a culture based on Rogers Capital values, and by extension to Rogers Group core values.
• Help team members to learn new skills so that they are capable and willing to develop themselves and upgrade their knowledge.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and delivery through fast, efficient and quality service that meets customers’ expectations.
• Handle queries from Manager, Team Leader and Associate Team Leader, clients and other stakeholders efficiently and promptly. Provide quality service to clients. Show willingness to help other team members in difficult times.
• Build up the legal department as and when the volume and scope of work grows.
• Such other work as may be requested from time to time by the MD or other Reporting Manager.
• Prioritize and refocus resources to deliver on targets to ensure meeting targets as may be set out or agreed with the Managing Director.
• Be committed to excellence and promote efficiency by setting personal example of corporate values (Agility, Pioneering & Excellence). Show and promote positive attitude.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• At least 6 years of relevant experience in a similar role in a financial institution environment
• LLB/LLM degree holder
• Excellent analytical, research and writing skills and ability to make good judgements
• Good interpersonal skills and excellent team player
• Ability to manage a large workload with a tight deadline, and remain up-to-date with laws

What’s in it for you? 

• Medical Insurance – Benefit from medical coverage, for you and your dependent(s), with 50% company contribution.
• 24Hrs Personal Accident Cover – Up to Rs 100,000 cover for accidents, 24/7.
• Pension Scheme – Enjoy a pension plan with company contributions for your future.
• Company Doctor Services – Free on-site medical consultations for your health needs.
• Performance Bonus – Earn a bonus for your hard work.
• Incredible discounts at our restaurants – Save 25% at Domino’s Pizza and 15% at Ocean Basket.
• Exclusive Employee Discounts – Benefit from a wide range of discounts with ENL & Rogers Mobile App.
• Instant Leave Benefits – Earn 1 annual and 1 sick leave monthly from day one.
• Career Growth & Internal Mobility – Find diverse career and internal mobility options within our various clusters.
• Learning & Development – Grow with training and development opportunities through our Training Academy.