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Principal In-house Counsel

Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia PLC

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Legal Services

Law

Addis Ababa

5 years - 8 years

1 Position

2023-09-01

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2023-09-03

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Law

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Job Description

Safaricom Ethiopia Vacancy August 2023

We are pleased to announce the following position within the Technology Function.  In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below.

Job requirements

Must have technical / professional qualifications:

Requirements

  • Degree in Law from a reputable university with minimum 2ndclass honors

  • 5 – 8 years legal experience in commercial and corporate law.  Experience in the telecommunications sector and mobile product management knowledge highly desirable.

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience at courts and/or other tribunals.

  • Other post graduate diplomas or certificate courses in legal matters such as arbitration/mediation, IP, negotiation skills

The position holder will be responsible for providing legal advice to relevant business line leaders and executives and managing group legal affairs in a manner which fully protects the company’s legal interests and manages all associated risk. 

This includes negotiating and drafting sound agreements, and, in the event of litigation, ensuring that this process is managed efficiently and effectively, and that appropriate expertise is available to ensure success.

Location: Addis Ababa

How To Apply

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, kindly proceed to update your candidate profile on the career portal and then Click on the apply button. Remember to attach your resume.

The closing date for receiving applications is Sunday, September 3, 2023.

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Fields Of Study

Law

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