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Salary and Benefits

MVR 21,150 - MVR 22,250

Job Description

Post:                               Senior Legal Officer 

No of Vacancies:          01                    

Post Type:                     Permanent

Department:                 Legal and Corporate Affairs Department

Reporting to:                In-Charge of Corporate Division

 

Key tasks, responsibilities, and Deliverables: 

• Providing timely and appropriate legal advice and opinions in accordance with laws, regulations, and authority
• To represent SME Digital in any lawsuits or legal proceedings
• Assist in preparing documents for litigation and other purposes of the department.
• To review, draft and advise on service contracts, by-laws, and other documents.
• Drafting Contracts, Agreements and other required legal documentation related to loans and assigned by Line Manager.
• Monitoring changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and taking timely and appropriate action and advising the company on relevant changes.
• Conduct legal research.
• Maintaining records of and responding to requests from external parties.
• Maintaining legal documentation
• Translation of legal documents from English to Dhivehi and vice versa.
• Any other legal related and internal organizational service work assigned by Line Manager.

Requirements and Qualifications:   

• Minimum MQA level 7/8 qualification in Law with a minimum of 1 Year experience in a related field.
• Must have a license to practice in courts of republic of Maldives.

Other Competencies required: 

• Knowledge of administrative and clerical work.
• Capable of Interpreting laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses
• Strong verbal and written communicational skills in English and Dhivehi
• Should be familiar with the Microsoft office package.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and proven ability to work in a highly team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• In-depth knowledge of the local business environment.
• Experience in the banking or financial services industry.
• Familiarity with trade, economic development, and development of private sector in the Maldives.

 

Remuneration package:

• Gross pay between MVR 21,150 - 22,250 depending on qualification and experience.

Other Benefits:

• Health Insurance as per company policy.
• Training and development opportunities.

Working Hours:  

• The selected applicant will be required to work from 0800 to 1600 on weekdays.  

Documents required with the job application:  

• Complete and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Copy of valid National Identity Card.
• Copies of academic certificates with transcripts.
• All international certificates must be accredited by MQA.
• License to practice as a lawyer in the republic of Maldives
• Reference letters from current/ previous employers certifying types of employment, job roles, and service period.
• Recommendation letters from previous supervisors or employers (optional).

How to Apply:  

• Required documents should be submitted using the link: https://smedigital.aidaform.com/job-application-form-senior-legal-officer81 before 1st December 2025 14:00 hrs.

Important notes for applicants:  

• Incomplete applications will be rejected without further notice.
• Applications should be submitted only via the given link, applications received via email will be rejected.
• Only short-listed candidates will be notified for an interview.

For inquiries, please contact us on weekdays between 08:30 am to 14:00 pm via 1613 or email to careers@smedigital.mv

Requirements and Qualifications

Minimum Experience

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