Lawyer

Contract Management & Legal Advisory

• Draft, review, and analyze various commercial contracts and agreements to identify, assess, and mitigate potential legal risks.
• Participate in contract negotiations with clients, partners, and vendors to ensure the company's legal and commercial interests are protected.
• Review incoming official correspondence and inquiries from different departments, conduct comprehensive legal analysis, and provide accurate legal opinions/feedback.
• Draft outgoing official letters, responses, and formal statements in compliance with local regulations and corporate standards.

Corporate Governance & Compliance

• Assist in the preparation, revision, and implementation of internal corporate documents, policies, and regulations.
• Monitor changes in local legislation and advise internal teams on regulatory compliance and legal developments affecting business operations.
• Liaise with government authorities, notary offices, and public institutions regarding corporate legal matters.

Intellectual Property (IP)

• Handle the registration, renewal, and maintenance of trademarks and other intellectual property rights, ensuring timely submissions and compliance.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

• Assist in managing court cases, preparing legal briefs, lawsuits, objections, appeals, and other litigation documents.
• Regularly monitor and manage legal proceedings through the Electronic Court Profile ("E-mehkeme" portal).

Legal Administration

• Maintain, update, and archive an organized registry of all contracts, official correspondence, and corporate legal documentation.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.) from an accredited university; a Master’s degree (LL.M.) is a plus.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience as a legal advisor, corporate lawyer, or in a similar role within a corporate environment or law firm.

Legal Knowledge & Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of the civil, labor, corporate, and administrative legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
• Proven experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and corporate documents.
• Practical experience with the Electronic Court Profile ("E-mehkeme" portal) and an understanding of litigation processes.
• Familiarity with intellectual property regulations, specifically the registration and renewal processes for trademarks.

Languages & Soft Skills

• Professional working proficiency in both Azerbaijani and English (both written and spoken).
• Excellent legal writing, analytical thinking, and risk-assessment skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across different corporate departments.
• High level of organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and ability to maintain precise legal registries/archives.