Lawyer

Introduction

Are you proficient in rules and regulations in Kuwait? Then this is the job
for you! For our client, a private multi-specialty hospital in Kuwait, are we
looking for a Lawyer. Their ‎110 bed facility offers both inpatient and
outpatient services that cover a wide range of medical and surgical
specialties.

What we offer

First of all you will earn a tax free all-inclusive salary! You will have a
direct and permanent employment with our client, for either ‎2 or ‎3 years. You
work in an international team & working environment. Our client offers you
excellent healthcare coverage and a free gym membership. All leave and end of
service benefits as per Kuwait Labor Law.

Description

This role responsible to provide high quality advice to the hospital on major
legal issues and problems. Next to that, he will be responsible to formulate
the best possible legal solution after analyzing the legal problem in depth.
This position shall provide legal assistance while dealing with some
particular legal tasks, litigations, contracts, dispute resolution and guide
the hospital management on taking an appropriate decision. He will perform in
accordance with overall hospital policies and accepted professional standards.

Main responsibilities :
* Provides leadership in the delivery of reliable, accurate, timely and well-informed advice to the Management team and various departments on legal issues and potential legal implications of various hospital strategies and business initiatives;
* Draft and solidify agreements, contracts and other legal documents to ensure the hospital's full legal rights;
* Proactively anticipates issues and estimates risk strategically;
* Effectively handle all legal matters and litigations of the hospital.
* Shall represent the hospital before the concerned authorities, court & police as required.
* Prepares comprehensive briefs on each case that goes to trial.
* Prepares and files legal documents, such as lawsuits, appeals, contracts and deeds.
* Maintains a regular schedule of hearings, court appearances based on case requirements.
* Schedules and administers full deposition of case witnesses and experts.
* Reviews documents and determines the best course of action for each case for the hospital.
* Acts as a custodian of all legal records in the company
* Reviews and approves all contracts related to third parties, vendors/suppliers etc.
* Provides clarification on legal language or specifications to required members in the organization.
* Interprets laws, rulings and regulations as per hospital requirements.
* Collaborates with Management to devise effective defense strategies.
* Conducts internal investigations, attends staff disciplinary proceedings, draft reports and recommendations within the framework of governing laws.

Who are you

You are a Legal expert with experience in legal affairs. You are able to
display sound judgment and decision-making skills with outstanding problem-
solving and communication skills. Next to that your presentation is
determined, professional and being well informed with a keen interest to serve
the hospital and it's patients in the best way.

Skills & Competencies:
* Excellent communication skills;
* Interpersonal skills;
* Analytical skills;
* Proficient in rules and regulations in Kuwait;
* Strong time management and organizational abilities;
* Basic IT skills.
Education & Qualifications:
* Bachelor in Law and licensed to practice in Kuwait;
* ‎5-‎7 years of experience;
* Available to accept fulltime employment, ‎48 hours per week.