Key Responsibilities
- Client-Focused Legal Advisory:
- Advise clients and internal stakeholders on legal matters including licensing, corporate affairs, and IP
- Serve as a trusted legal partner for both internal teams and external clients
- Legal Strategy & Compliance:
- Develop and implement legal strategies that align with business goals and regulatory requirements across multiple regions
- Ensure compliance with local and international laws, maintaining high corporate governance standards
- Contract & Transaction Management:
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements, particularly for cross-border and tech-related transactions
- Lead negotiations to secure favorable outcomes for the company and its clients
- Team Leadership & Oversight:
- Supervise and mentor a multi-regional legal team, ensuring best practices in client service and legal support
- Coordinate legal advisory efforts across Africa to maintain consistent standards and quality
- Risk & Dispute Management:
- Identify and mitigate legal risks and oversee dispute resolution, including litigation management when necessary
- Stay current on evolving legal trends and tech industry developments to proactively manage potential issues

Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: LLB/ LLM from an accredited institution
- Experience: 5+ years in corporate/commercial law, with at least 2 years in a leadership role managing legal teams
- Advantage: At least 3 years in the tech industry (fintech, AI, gaming, health tech, big data, etc.) with proven experience in client services (licensing, corporate affairs, IP, etc.)
- Skills: strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multi-regional legal challenges and lead client-centric initiatives

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