Legal Counsel at M-KOPA Nigeria

M-KOPA is a fast-growing FinTech company offering millions of under banked 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, Nigeria
Job type: Full time
Department: Legal

Job Purpose

• Your primary responsibility as a legal counsel would be to ensure M-KOPA's compliance with applicable laws and regulations while providing legal advice and monitoring all legal aspects of the business.
• You will offer accurate and timely counsel to executives on multiple legal topics, drafting and solidifying legal documents, managing contractual relationships, assessing and managing legal risks, and ensuring compliance across all our markets.
• You will report to the Senior Legal Counsel.

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.

Requirements
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.
• 3+ years 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.
• Good skills in organizational and time management.
• 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.

What's in it for you

• Good Compensation Package
• Group Life cover
• Bonus
• Annual Leave.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.