Legal Counsel (Lawyer)

• Ensure the company’s activities comply with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan (civil, labor, environmental, industrial safety, tax, administrative, licensing, and other applicable laws).
• Monitor changes in legislation and promptly inform management about regulatory updates affecting the plant.
• Develop and maintain internal policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure legal compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts (procurement, supply, manufacturing, leasing, construction, services, confidentiality agreements, etc.).
• Conduct legal due diligence of contractors.
• Ensure proper contract execution, storage, and monitoring of obligations and deadlines.
• Support corporate procedures, including charter documentation, shareholder meetings, board resolutions, and management approvals.
• Interact with state authorities on matters related to registration, licensing, permits, and compliance reporting
• Support internal investigations and conflict resolution.
• Prepare legal opinions and representations for state inspections (labor, fire, environmental, industrial, financial).
• Support plant certification, audits, and compliance with industrial safety requirements.
• Represent the company in government agencies when necessary.
• Handle claim-pretrial procedures and represent the company in courts when required.
• Prepare official letters, responses, legal claims, and internal reports.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law.
• Minimum 3–5 years of professional legal experience, preferably in industrial, manufacturing, automotive, construction, or energy sectors.
• Experience working in an international company is an advantage
• Strong knowledge of the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan (civil, labor, administrative, environmental, industrial safety).
• Ability to draft and analyze complex legal documents.
• Experience interacting with government authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to support cross-functional teams.
• High attention to detail, analytical mindset, and strong problem-solving skills

• Kazakh – fluent
• Russian – fluent
• English – upper-intermediate (B2) or higher (required)

• Work in a stable and growing company;
• Friendly team and comfortable working environment;
• Official employment and competitive salary;
• Opportunities for professional growth;
• Meal Allowance
• Medical Insurance
• Fitness Allowance
• Periodic business trips to the manufacturing plant Kostanay (as required)

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