Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognized institution
Postgraduate Diploma in Law and admission to the Bar in a relevant jurisdiction is required; a Master's degree in Law (LL.M) or a related field will be an added advantage
Minimum of 3–5 years' relevant professional experience, either in an in-house legal role or within a reputable law firm
Demonstrated exposure to or experience within the telecommunications and/or data centre industry will be highly advantageous
Bilingual proficiency is essential, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and French
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated, proactive and able to lead and work with teams in a multi-geographical environment
Strong organisational skills to operate effectively in a fast-moving and dynamic environment
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and form good working relationships at all levels
Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change-oriented setting with good knowledge of the range of applicable laws and regulations in Africa and within the sectors of the group's business
Ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government and/or in various enterprises
Strong skills in drafting various legal documents and communicating complex issues clearly and concisely
Ability to speedily grasp the essence, content and implications of the group's business and the related contracting documents in order to be able to provide advice on them
Ability to review under strict deadlines, long and complex transactions and other legal documents
Negotiating skills and capacity to work with other professionals, including non-legal professionals, to develop innovative solutions to conflicting interests and positions
Familiarity with the telecommunication sector, business strategy and various forms of funding and acquisitions is desirable
Strong project management and execution skills, including the ability to think strategically while managing the details, and to make clear recommendations
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