The position will focus on ensuring compliance with the best corporate and legal practices and ensuring effective corporate governance practices. Some travel will be required.
Requirements :
Admitted Attorney
At least 8 years’ experience
Knowledge and at least 2-4 years’ experience in the telecoms industry within Africa
Good understanding of applicable company and industry legislation within East Africa and application thereof
Excellent contract drafting and interpretation skills and excellent legal analysis skills
Good understanding of Corporate Governance
Ability to facilitate and manage services provided by external lawyers
Ability to work in multi-jurisdictional and multi-cultural environment
Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
Accountability and adaptability
Effective collaboration and team working skills
Responsibilities will include :
Provision of high quality legal advice / services
Management of external legal providers
Ensuring corporate, contractual and regulatory compliance
Provision of Company Secretarial Services
