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Legal Counsel

Samanu Proudly Ethiopian

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Legal Services

Law

Addis Ababa

3 years

1 Position

2024-04-15

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2024-04-22

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Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified Legal Counsel to join our legal team, reporting directly to the Corporate Counsel. The Legal Counsel will provide essential legal support and guidance to various departments within the company under the supervision of the Corporate Counsel. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in corporate law, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, agreements, and legal documents, including but not limited to, vendor contracts, customer agreements, employment contracts, and licensing agreements.

  • Provide legal guidance and support to various departments within the company, including sales, marketing, human resources, and finance, on legal issues and contractual matters

  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards, including data protection laws, intellectual property rights, and employment laws

  • Conduct legal research and analysis on complex legal issues and provide recommendations to senior management

  • Manage and oversee litigation matters, including working with external counsel, preparing legal documents, and representing the company in court proceedings

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance with legal requirements

  • Advise on corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate filings, and corporate governance best practices

  • Stay informed about changes in relevant laws and regulations and provide training and updates to internal stakeholders as necessary

  • Assist in mergers and acquisitions, due diligence processes, and other strategic transactions as needed

  • Assist in liaising with different government organs.

  • Handle other legal matters and special projects as assigned by senior management

Job Requirements

COMPETENCIES: -

  • Excellent negotiation, drafting and analytical skills

  • Administrative and managerial skills;

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment;

  • Analytical ability and strong attention to detail;

  • Computer skill

  • Strong knowledge and understanding of contract law, corporate law, and commercial law;

  • High work ethic 

  • Proven ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines;

  • Active contributor to the development of the desired organizational culture ;

  • Self-starter ;

  • Multi-cultural sensitivity.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

  • LLB Degree in Law from an accredited law school.

Experience:

  • 3+ years of experience in a similar role, in a multinational company organization, with ideally experience in FMCG 

How to Apply

Application instruction

Please title your application with subject line: -"Legal Counsel"

Candidates meeting the above-required qualifications are invited to send their CV through    careers@samanu.com  

Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for an interview.

Application deadline: April 22, 2024

Fields Of Study

Law

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