One Acre Fund Associate Legal Counsel Jobs in Nigeria

One Acre Fund Associate Legal Counsel Jobs in Nigeria



About the Role

  • The Associate General Counsel will form an integral part of the Global Legal Team and work with senior leadership across the organization to manage legal risk and support business opportunities.
  • We are ready to hand over work responsibilities for our largest program country, Kenya, including managing several exciting projects and subject matter areas.
  • The Associate General Counsel will manage legal matters such as employment and HR issues, police reporting and criminal matters, corporate advisory work on a broad range of topics, management of external counsel and any other job duties that we may require.
  • You will join a growing team and report to a senior attorney based in Nairobi.

    Responsibilities

  • Advise our Human Resources teams about best practices for HR-related issues
  • Support our Internal Investigations Team during and manage reporting to police and state prosecutors
  • Liaise with, evaluate, and review the work of external counsel
  • Provide advice on regulatory and legal compliance
  • Develop internal policies and standard operating procedures to manage risk and ensure the continuity of business
  • Assist with any other related general legal tasks to meet departmental needs and organizational priorities

    Career Growth and Development

  • We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people.
  • You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance.
  • We hold career reviews every six months and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

    Qualifications

    Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

    Education and Experience

  • A
    Degree in Law or Legal Studies from an accredited university
  • Active license to practice law in at least one jurisdiction relevant to One Acre Fund
  • 5 years minimum full-time professional experience in a full-time legal role, working for a major law firm, international organization or NGO, or as a member of a large company’s in-house legal team

    Skills:

  • Excellent legal research and writing skills with an ability to produce written legal advice, opinions, and memoranda
  • Plan, designed, and execution of large-scale projects
  • The ability to synthesize complex legal topics in language non-legal leaders and staff can understand with ease

    Language:

  • Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken
  • Fluency in written and spoken Swahili.

    Benefits
  • Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; One Acre Fund Associate Legal Counsel Jobs in Nigeria

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