Legal Counsel at M-KOPA Nigeria

M-KOPA is a fast-growing FinTech company offering millions of underbanked customers across Africa access to life-enhancing products and services. From our roots as the pioneer in pay-as-you-go "PayGo" solar energy for off grid homes, we have grown into one of the most advanced connected asset financing platforms in the world, empowering a broad range of customers to achieve progress in their lives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Counsel

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time | On-site
Category: Services - Legal

Job Description

• The primary responsibility of the Legal Counsel is to ensure M-KOPA's compliance with applicable laws and regulations while providing legal advice and monitoring all legal aspects of the business.
• This role involves offering accurate and timely counsel to executives on various legal topics, drafting and solidifying legal documents, managing contractual relationships, assessing and managing legal risks, and ensuring compliance across all M-KOPA markets.

Key Job Functions

• Provide accurate and timely counsel to executives on a wide range of legal topics, including regulations, compliance, labor law, partnerships, international ventures, and corporate finance.
• Draft and finalize agreements, contracts, statements, and other legal documents to safeguard the company's legal rights.
• Offer legal counsel in relation to ongoing contractual relationships with domestic and international suppliers, distributors, regulators, investors, external counsel, and public authorities.
• Anticipate and manage legal risks arising from the business strategy and operations, and develop effective defense strategies.
• Establish internal governance policies and ensure regular compliance monitoring across all M-KOPA markets.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external counsel on litigation, legal advice, and other legal matters.
• Engage in communication and negotiation with external parties, such as regulators, investors, external counsel, and public authorities, to establish trusted relationships.
• Apply effective risk management techniques and provide proactive advice on potential legal issues.
• Stay updated on changes in relevant areas of law and contribute to the knowledge base of the company's legal function.

Skills, Experience, and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Law or a related field.
• A Master's Degree is a plus.
• Admitted to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Proven experience as a legal counsel or in a similar role, with a focus on commercial law and contracts.
• Sound knowledge of legal principles and practices, including regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical solutions.
• Experience in managing contractual relationships with suppliers, distributors, and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with the legal landscape in domestic and international markets.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proactive and detail-oriented approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in legal research and the use of relevant legal databases.
• Knowledge of the energy or renewable energy industry is desirable but not required.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.