Regional Legal Counsel
3 нед. назад
KenyaWorldwideSeniorOnsite
Seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to support fintech operations across multiple African jurisdictions with a focus on corporate and commercial law.
О компании
- We are dedicated to fostering upward social mobility in diverse communities by providing credit access to entrepreneurs who are often excluded from traditional banking. Through a combination of asset financing, fintech innovations, AI-based underwriting, and proprietary car portals, we empower local entrepreneurs, such as motorcycle taxi riders, Uber/Bolt drivers, and small business owners, to purchase their own vehicles and obtain loans to expand their businesses.
Обязанности
- We are seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join the Africa Hub legal team. This role is primarily focused on corporate and commercial law, supporting the Group's growing operations across multiple African jurisdictions.
- Eleving Group is an international fintech company operating across 17 markets on three continents, offering vehicle and consumer financing solutions that drive financial inclusion in underserved communities. Africa represents a key growth region, and this role offers genuine cross-border exposure and Group-level visibility.
- We welcome applications from international candidates and are open to supporting relocation.
- This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious legal professional looking to take on a pan-African role with real impact and career growth potential.
- This role reports to the Regional Head of Legal & Compliance
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, including financing agreements, vendor contracts, and service agreements.
- Oversee contract management systems and standardization to support consistent contracting across the region.
- Provide practical legal advice to business units on commercial and operational matters.
- Work cross-functionally with business teams to identify and address legal risks.
- Support regulatory and compliance matters where needed.
- Drive the development of internal legal policies and processes across the region.
- Oversee corporate governance processes and transactions, including corporate records and board and shareholder matters.
- Coordinate external counsel across the region where needed.
- Support the Regional Head of Legal and Compliance with any other legal or compliance matters as assigned.
Условия
- Monthly housing allowance and periodic flights back to your home country.
- Relocation support (flights to Nairobi, visas).
- Health insurance package for you and your family.
Другое
- A Master of Laws (LLM) degree from a recognised institution.
- A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree as the underlying qualification.
- Minimum 5 years of post-admission legal experience.
- Prior in-house legal experience within financial services, fintech, or other regulated sectors is an advantage.
- Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
- Multi-jurisdictional legal experience is a plus; exposure to African markets is welcome.
- Some experience setting up or improving legal processes is an advantage.
- Good commercial drafting and contract negotiation skills, with attention to detail.
- Ability to provide clear, practical legal advice in a business context, translating legal concepts into actionable guidance.
- Basic understanding of corporate governance principles and company law.
- Some exposure to regulated environments is a bonus.
- Solutions-oriented, comfortable working with limited resources in a fast-paced environment.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Organised and reliable, able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Collaborative and willing to work cross-functionally with non-legal teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard legal research tools.
- Leadership potential to guide and develop junior legal staff across different markets.