Corporate Lawyer & Board Secretary

Job Description
Westel Innovations is seeking a qualified legal professional to serve as Corporate Lawyer & Board Secretary on a part-time basis.
The successful candidate will provide legal advice, support corporate governance, prepare and review legal documents, and ensure that the company’s operations comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements. The individual will also coordinate board meetings, maintain statutory records, prepare meeting minutes, and advise directors on governance responsibilities.
The ideal candidate should possess strong legal expertise, excellent drafting skills, sound professional judgement, and a thorough understanding of corporate governance and business law.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide legal advice on corporate, commercial, contractual, and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Advise management and directors on legal risks and compliance obligations.
• Coordinate board meetings, committee meetings, and annual general meetings where applicable.
• Prepare meeting agendas, board papers, resolutions, and minutes.
• Maintain accurate and confidential board records and statutory registers.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and advise management accordingly.
• Support corporate filings and statutory compliance requirements.
• Review company policies and recommend improvements to strengthen governance.
• Identify potential legal risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with regulators, external legal advisers, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure the proper handling and confidentiality of sensitive corporate information.

Qualifications and Requirements
• A recognized law degree and professional qualification required to practice law in Ghana.
• Must be duly qualified and authorized to practice law in Ghana.
• Relevant experience in corporate law, commercial law, or legal advisory services.
• Knowledge of corporate governance, company secretarial practice, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong legal research, drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Experience preparing board documents and maintaining corporate records.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• High ethical standards, integrity, discretion, and professional judgement.
• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities on a part-time basis.