Legal and Compliance Officer

About the role

Eclosia Corporate Services is seeking a Legal and Compliance Officer to join its Legal Department and provide legal advice and compliance support to companies across the Group. The department works closely with Group companies to support their business objectives, protect their interests and ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Provide clear, practical and well-researched legal advice, identifying risks and recommending solutions.
• Draft, review and negotiate contracts and other legal documents, and help business teams implement agreements and fulfil their obligations.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and advise on their implications.
• Assist with employment-related queries and disciplinary proceedings, including reviewing documents and preparing correspondence.
• Help develop, implement and monitor compliance policies and procedures, coordinate compliance checks and follow up on corrective actions.
• Monitor the validity and timely renewal of permits, licences, registrations and authorisations.
• Assist in managing disputes and litigation, including gathering evidence, preparing case summaries, monitoring deadlines and liaising with external counsel.
• Support data protection matters and prepare guidance materials and awareness sessions on legal and compliance topics.

Required profile

• Qualified law practitioner with a recognised degree in law and preferably at least three years of relevant experience in legal practice or an in-house legal role.
• Experience in contract negotiation and disciplinary proceedings is an advantage.
• Excellent written and spoken English and French.

Required skills

• Sound knowledge of Mauritian law, particularly corporate, commercial and employment law, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong legal research, drafting and contract review skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience handling or coordinating litigation and dispute resolution matters.