Job Description

Job Title: Regional Legal Counsel

Location: Centurion (Hybrid – 3 days in the office)

Reporting to: Regional General Counsel

We are seeking a driven and adaptable Regional Legal Counsel to support our internal countries and be part of our Legal Team in the Regional Office. Reporting directly to the Regional General Counsel, this role focuses heavily on compliance, governance, and contract management. We are looking for a business-oriented professional who takes initiative, works well independently, and views their scope of work as an exciting opportunity to build skills and experience.

At our core, our culture and operations are guided by our values: Teamwork, Agility, Innovation, Safety, Caring, Reliability, and Integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage compliance risk assessments, policy enforcement, regulatory reporting, and internal/external audit readiness across all business units.
• Provide clear guidance on compliance and governance matters, ensuring our business operations align with regional statutory requirements.
• Conduct thorough reviews, negotiations, and management of contracts to ensure compliance with legal standards and manage contractual obligations.
• Deliver clear, concise reports on compliance status, corporate governance effectiveness, and customer contract analysis to the executive team.

Requirements:

• Law degree from a recognized and reputable university.
• Admitted as an attorney
• At least five years' PQE, with PQE experience at a law firm being beneficial.
• Demonstrable experience working on corporate and commercial transactions.
• Strong practical expertise in compliance oversight, legal risk strategy, and statutory obligations.
• A solid understanding of governance landscapes and local company secretary requirements.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• A character-driven individual who is eager to learn and thrives in an open-minded, supportive, and agile team culture.

Why Join Us? This is a role offering challenging work and excellent exposure to cross-border operations within the African continent. You will enjoy a hybrid work model within a global organization that actively champions your career progression and continuous growth.