Company Description

Vakhidov & Partners is a legal consultancy boutique in Almaty, Kazakhstan and Tashkent, Uzbekistan, specializing in life sciences, FMCG, retail, and IT/Telecom industries. The firm is the first of its kind in Central Asia and is ranked by Legal500 and Chambers & Partners.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Legal Associate at Vakhidov & Partners in Almaty, with flexibility for remote work. The Legal Associate will be responsible for researching law, drafting legal memoranda, agreements and corporate documents, attending team and external meetings in Almaty.

Qualifications

• Completed local Bachelor's degree in Law in Kazakhstan
• Excellent (C-1/C-2) writing skills in Russian AND English. Kazakh language knowledge is a big plus;
• Strong background/experience in Law and Legal Issues (preferably 2-6 years of experience)
• Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation in several languages
• Excellent Analytical Skills
• Effective Communication skills
• Masters/LL.M. from a prominent foreign law school is a big plus;
• Miscrosoft Office proficient;
• Team work;
• Readiness to work in hybrid mode (home and office);
• Readiness to work with multiple tasks in tight deadlines;
• Adherence to high ethical standards and compliance;
• Self-discipline and striving for growth.

All gender candidates are encouraged to apply and will be given equal consideration.