AfDB Principal Legal Counsel - Private Sector Operations Division Jobs in Nigeria
AfDB Principal Legal Counsel - Private Sector Operations Division Jobs in Nigeria
The Position The Principal Legal Counsel - Private Sector Operations will be a member of the legal team in the Private Sector Operations Division and ensures the correct interpretation of, and compliance with the various policies, guidelines and regulations applicable to private sector and non-sovereign operations in the Region. The job holder will ensure compliance of projects and other operational activity with applicable Bank’s rules and policies.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision and guidance of the Division Manager, PGCL.2, the Principal Counsel will:
Conduct legal due diligence on proposed transactions such as the review of project documents and agreements (including development or construction contracts, supplier agreements, concession agreements, joint venture agreements, management agreements and shareholders’ agreements etc), constitutive documents of proposed borrowers/investee funds and review of local regulatory requirements;
Liaise and collaborates with staff in the Directorate General Hub, the private sector operations, finance, environmental and social complexes to develop the appropriate terms and conditions of each transaction, ensuring compliance with Bank’s policies;
Participate in project appraisal missions and reviewing project concept notes, project appraisal reports, drafting board resolutions;
Draft and/or review, negotiates and finalizes all legal documentation relevant to the proposed transaction, including term sheets, loan agreements, lines of credit agreements, common terms agreements, guarantee agreements, participation agreements, inter-creditor agreements, security documentation, assignment agreements and information memoranda etc., depending on the nature of the project and the type of financing;
Advise on transaction structure and documentation for private equity investments by the Bank to ensure compliance with Bank policies and practice as well as applicable laws including drafting and/or reviewing shareholders agreements, partnership agreements, management agreements, co-investment agreements, subscription agreements etc
Provide legal support for the implementation and monitoring of projects after signing and disbursement, including advising on waiver requests, approval requests and project work-outs;
Liaise with co-lenders/investors, partners and external counsel as and when needed; and
Undertake such other assignments as required in furtherance of the mandate of the Private Sector Operations Divisions.
Carry out such other duties as may be assigned by the Division Manager PGCL.2 or the General Counsel.
Selection Criteria
Holds at least a Master's degree in Law (or its equivalent), and admission to the Bar of one of the African Development Bank member countries; or a Juris Doctor (JD) and admission to the Bar of one of the African Development Bank member countries.
Have a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience in similar jobs, preferably with a reputable international law firm, a legal department of a private or public
entity, or an international financial institution with proven technical competence and experiences in international finance and banking practice.
Demonstrated leadership, communication, team building, inter-personal, writing and analytical skills.
Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous and shifting demands, priorities and tight deadlines.
High-level skills in communication and negotiation as well as the ability to build partnership with a broad range of clients and deliver results that meet the needs of the Legal Service Department’s work program.
Combined specialization and expertise in the knowledge of the administrative set-up, organization and texts of the Bank.
Seasoned knowledge in the current trend of development and familiarity with international law, and related matters within the Bank and other international organizations.
Strong skills in preparation of complex legal documents including briefs and confidential legal opinions, preparing certificates, leading the negotiation of complex projects and programs and other transactions of a similar nature.
Capacity to conceive and supervise the negotiation of complex legal documents of all manners and form that balances the standards and norms of outside parties with the unique requirements of the Bank.
Experience in applying legal knowledge to deliver full scope of strategic Legal services.
Client and results-oriented individual.
Effective consulting and advisory skills that enable clients and help resolve their legal questions.
Ability to deal with sensitive issues in a multi-cultural environment and to build effective working relations with colleagues.
Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English or French, preferably with a working knowledge of the other.
Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office Suite applications; knowledge of SAP is an added advantage.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; AfDB Principal Legal Counsel - Private Sector Operations Division Jobs in Nigeria
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