Risk and Legal Consultant

About the company:Grant Thornton Ethiopia is part of the global Grant Thornton network, one of the world’s leading organizations of independent assurance, tax, and advisory firms. We are committed to helping dynamic organizations unlock their potential for growth by providing tailored, forward-thinking solutions.Role OverviewWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Risk and Legal Consultant to join our team. This role combines internal risk management and compliance responsibilities with external client advisory and revenue generation. The successful candidate will ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements while delivering high-quality legal and corporate advisory services to clients.Key Responsibilities1. Risk & Compliance (Internal)Ensure compliance with internal policies, risk management frameworks, and quality standardsPerform independence and conflict of interest checks for engagementsAct as a focal point for compliance matters, including data protection and regulatory obligationsReview engagement acceptance and continuance proceduresSupport internal audits, compliance reviews, and risk assessmentsMaintain proper documentation and reporting of compliance activitiesProvide guidance and training to teams on risk, ethics, and compliancePromote a strong risk-aware culture across the organizationEnsure compliance with internal policies, risk management frameworks, and quality standardsPerform independence and conflict of interest checks for engagementsAct as a focal point for compliance matters, including data protection and regulatory obligationsReview engagement acceptance and continuance proceduresSupport internal audits, compliance reviews, and risk assessmentsMaintain proper documentation and reporting of compliance activitiesProvide guidance and training to teams on risk, ethics, and compliancePromote a strong risk-aware culture across the organization2. Legal Advisory & Client Services (External)Provide legal advice on corporate, commercial, and regulatory mattersDraft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and employment documentsConduct legal due diligence and risk assessmentsSupport business transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and restructuringManage company registrations, license renewals, and liquidation processesHandle business visas, work permits, and residence permitsLiaise with regulatory authorities on behalf of clientsSupport dispute resolution and manage legal risksProvide legal advice on corporate, commercial, and regulatory mattersDraft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and employment documentsConduct legal due diligence and risk assessmentsSupport business transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and restructuringManage company registrations, license renewals, and liquidation processesHandle business visas, work permits, and residence permitsLiaise with regulatory authorities on behalf of clientsSupport dispute resolution and manage legal risks3. Company Secretarial ServicesManage company incorporation, registration, and governance processesMaintain statutory records and ensure compliance with corporate requirementsPrepare board resolutions, minutes, and shareholder documentationOrganize and coordinate board and shareholder meetingsFile statutory returns and regulatory documentsAdvise clients on corporate governance best practicesManage company incorporation, registration, and governance processesMaintain statutory records and ensure compliance with corporate requirementsPrepare board resolutions, minutes, and shareholder documentationOrganize and coordinate board and shareholder meetingsFile statutory returns and regulatory documentsAdvise clients on corporate governance best practices4. Business Development & Client EngagementIdentify and develop new business opportunitiesBuild and maintain strong client relationshipsParticipate in networking and marketing initiativesContribute to achieving departmental revenue targetsLead and manage multiple client engagements across industriesEnsure timely and high-quality delivery of client projectsIdentify and develop new business opportunitiesBuild and maintain strong client relationshipsParticipate in networking and marketing initiativesContribute to achieving departmental revenue targetsLead and manage multiple client engagements across industriesEnsure timely and high-quality delivery of client projects5. People & LeadershipLead, mentor, and coach junior team membersSupport performance management and career developmentFoster a collaborative and professional team environmentContinuously develop technical and professional expertiseLead, mentor, and coach junior team membersSupport performance management and career developmentFoster a collaborative and professional team environmentContinuously develop technical and professional expertise

About the company: Grant Thornton Ethiopia is part of the global Grant Thornton network, one of the world’s leading organizations of independent assurance, tax, and advisory firms. We are committed to helping dynamic organizations unlock their potential for growth by providing tailored, forward-thinking solutions. Role Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Risk and Legal Consultant to join our team. This role combines internal risk management and compliance responsibilities with external client advisory and revenue generation. The successful candidate will ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements while delivering high-quality legal and corporate advisory services to clients. Key Responsibilities 1. Risk & Compliance (Internal) Ensure compliance with internal policies, risk management frameworks, and quality standards Perform independence and conflict of interest checks for engagements Act as a focal point for compliance matters, including data protection and regulatory obligations Review engagement acceptance and continuance procedures Support internal audits, compliance reviews, and risk assessments Maintain proper documentation and reporting of compliance activities Provide guidance and training to teams on risk, ethics, and compliance Promote a strong risk-aware culture across the organization 2. Legal Advisory & Client Services (External) Provide legal advice on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and employment documents Conduct legal due diligence and risk assessments Support business transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring Manage company registrations, license renewals, and liquidation processes Handle business visas, work permits, and residence permits Liaise with regulatory authorities on behalf of clients Support dispute resolution and manage legal risks 3. Company Secretarial Services Manage company incorporation, registration, and governance processes Maintain statutory records and ensure compliance with corporate requirements Prepare board resolutions, minutes, and shareholder documentation Organize and coordinate board and shareholder meetings File statutory returns and regulatory documents Advise clients on corporate governance best practices 4. Business Development & Client Engagement Identify and develop new business opportunities Build and maintain strong client relationships Participate in networking and marketing initiatives Contribute to achieving departmental revenue targets Lead and manage multiple client engagements across industries Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of client projects 5. People & Leadership Lead, mentor, and coach junior team members Support performance management and career development Foster a collaborative and professional team environment Continuously develop technical and professional expertise