Job Description

The Senior Manager - Commercial Legal and CoSec is a key leadership role within the Commercial Legal department, responsible for providing strategic legal guidance and support to the company's business operations. This role involves overseeing a team of legal professionals, managing complex commercial transactions, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks. The successful candidate will contribute to the company's overall success by mitigating legal risks, optimizing business growth, and fostering a collaborative work culture.

• Lead and manage the Commercial Legal team, providing strategic direction and ensuring effective collaboration with other departments.
• Design, implement, and update standard contracts and checklists, incorporating company policies and applicable laws.
• Draft, negotiate, and formalize complex commercial arrangements and agreements, ensuring compliance and minimizing risks.
• Monitor the Contract Management System, resolving issues promptly, and ensuring proper filing and archiving of contract documentation.
• Structure, negotiate, and prepare commercial transactions, incorporating inputs from relevant stakeholders to reduce commercial risks.
• Provide legal advisory services to management and employees, offering research-based opinions and recommendations on business initiatives.
• Raise awareness and conduct training sessions for non-legal staff on potential legal issues and compliance requirements.
• Manage relationships with judiciary and administrative authorities, building ethical connections and influencing governmental policies.
• Champion and manage key company projects, ensuring alignment with Group-level objectives and successful implementation at the country level.
• Prepare and submit legal budgets, ensuring efficient budget management and adherence to approved financial plans.
• Bachelor's degree in Law or a related field, with a Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a legal capacity, with a strong background in commercial law and contract management.
• Proven leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead and mentor a high-performing legal team.
• Excellent knowledge of Cameroonian and international legal frameworks, particularly in the telecoms industry.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of providing innovative legal solutions.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting, with the ability to interpret and apply complex legal principles.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Fluency in English and French, with strong written and verbal communication skills.