JOB DETAILS:
Required Qualification and Experience:
• Master’s degree or equivalent in legal field.
• Practicing Advocate with both court and commercial law.
• Must have three years or more of relevant work experience.
• Experience with team work; with excellent communication and problem-solving skills with law; working experience with governmental authority (such as Tanesco,) will be an advantage.
• Fluency in oral and written English
• Sharp instincts and upto date on all relevant laws. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating good judgment and ethical conduct.
• Familiarity with the specific industry in which the company operates can be an advantage.
• Proven experience in corporate law, ideally as in-house counsel or at a reputable law firm.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, suppliers, partners, and other third parties to protect the company’s interests and minimize legal risks.
• Legal Advisory: Offer legal counsel and guidance to the company’s management and various departments on a wide range of legal issues, including contracts, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and more.

Key Responsibilities include:
• Consultation of regular legal issues;
• Drafting of important letters and legal documents;
• Analysis of risk in Contracts and necessary precautions;
• Advice for contract claim (completion period and/or contract value);
• Assistance in contract negotiation; Risk Assessment: Identify potential legal risks and provide strategies to mitigate or eliminate them. Conduct legal due diligence in mergers, acquisitions, and other business transactions.
• Policy Development: Contribute to the development and implementation of company policies, procedures, and practices to ensure legal compliance and risk management.
• Government Relations: Interact with government agencies and regulators as needed, ensuring the company maintains positive relationships and adheres to relevant government policies.

Application Procedures:
• Interested candidate should send their CV, a motivation letter, a copy of professional certificates, and the details of three referees.