Legal & Compliance Officer

We are looking for a Legal & Compliance Officer to join our team in Erbil city.

Contract: Full-Time, Fixed Term

Working Days/Hours: Nine hours per day, Five days a week

Job Summary:

As a Legal & Compliance Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing the legal affairs of the company and ensure full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You will also be responsible for managing corporate governance and implementing compliance frameworks that support sustainable business growth.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice on business matters, contracts, partnerships, employment law, and regulatory requirements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and service agreements to safeguard the company's interests.
• Monitor, interpret, and ensure adherence to all local, regional, and industry-specific regulations, including labor law, data protection, and anti-bribery laws.
• Identify potential areas of legal and compliance vulnerability, and proactively develop corrective action plans.
• Maintain corporate records, ensure timely renewals of licenses, and support in resolutions and filings.
• Handle correspondence and communication with legal authorities, government entities, and external counsel when necessary.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Law (Master's or certification in Compliance is a plus.)
• Licensed to practice law in KRG & Iraq.
• Proven experience in legal and compliance roles, especially as a Legal & Compliance Officer.
• Strong knowledge of local and international corporate law and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professional judgment.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions in fast-paced settings.
• Fluency in Kurdish and Arabic, English language proficiency is a plus.