Muktinath Krishi Company Limited
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Poultry

Muktinath Krishi Company Limited (An Associate Company of Muktinath Bikas Bank Limited) is a Pioneer Company established in 2018 as a Public Ltd. MKCL has core objective to be a Manager in Agriculture Value Chain by developing Agri business throughout the chain such as agriculture production, collection, processing, national & International marketing, research & development, technical services including supply of all agriculture inputs to farmers. Currently, we are looking for a dynamic, result-oriented, self-motivated, and passionate candidate for the Head office of the company.

Legal Manager

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Basic Job Information

Job Category	:	Legal Services
Job Level	:	Senior Level
No. of Vacancy/s	:	[ 1 ]
Employment Type	:	Full Time
Job Location	:	Head Office, Basundhara, Kathmandu
Offered Salary	:	Not Disclosed
Apply Before(Deadline)	:	Jul. 12, 2025 23:55 (2 weeks from now)

Job Specification

Education Level	:	Under Graduate (Bachelor)
Experience Required	:	More than 5 years
Professional Skill Required	:	Legal Research Legal Documentation Case Management Negotiation Conflict Resolution

Other Specification

Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university; Master’s degree in Law (LLM) preferred.
Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate legal management, preferably with exposure to agri-business, manufacturing, or finance sectors.
Proven experience in handling legal proceedings and litigation (court appearances, case tracking, legal drafting, etc.).
Registration with Nepal Bar Council and valid license to practice law.

Key Competencies:

Strong understanding of Nepali legal framework including company law, labor law, tax law, property law, and environmental regulations.
Expertise in legal drafting, legal research, case handling, and dispute resolution.
Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
High degree of professional ethics, integrity, and discretion.

Other Requirements:

Willingness to travel for court hearings and subsidiary site visits across Nepal.
Proficiency in both Nepali and English (oral and written).
Ability to work under pressure and manage legal crises effectively.

Job Description

The Legal Manager will be responsible for overseeing all legal and compliance functions of MKCL, its subsidiaries, and associate companies. This includes ensuring regulatory compliance, managing all legal contracts and documentation, handling legal disputes, and effectively managing all court-related cases at various levels.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure full compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations relevant to MKCL and its group entities.
Monitor changes in laws and regulations and advise management accordingly.
Coordinate with regulatory bodies, government agencies, and legal institutions.
Take full ownership of all legal proceedings and court cases involving MKCL and its subsidiaries/associate companies (civil, criminal, labor, regulatory, etc.).
Prepare and maintain records of all ongoing and closed legal cases.
Represent the company in legal forums when required or coordinate with appointed external legal counsel.
Regularly follow up on case progress and provide strategic updates to management and the board.
Prepare necessary documentation, witness coordination, and internal briefings in connection with legal proceedings.
Advise senior management on legal risks and recommend preventive measures.
Provide legal support in corporate structuring, investment, contracts, and regulatory affairs.
Draft, review, and vet legal agreements, contracts, MoUs, NDAs, and service agreements to ensure legal safeguards.
Maintain a centralized legal document management system.
Draft and update internal policies to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Conduct legal awareness training for employees and departments on key compliance issues.