Legal Head of Department (Legal / Mining / Management / Compliance / Regulations) – West Africa

Reference Number: 25MR

Job Description:

Our client, a mining company on the African continent, is currently looking for a Legal Head of Department.  In this role, you will ensure legal compliance of business operations, consistent definition, and management of all contracts. This generally includes oversight of the contract management process, as well as development of specific standards for bidding and submission, contract negotiations and document management. Strong experience will be required in this field, particularly as it relates to the mining industry.  The candidate will report locally to the SVP Legal & Compliance and ultimately to the General Counsel.

Responsibilities:

• Managing the legal department under the General Counsel supervision.
• Managing the legal team including a contract superintendent, a junior lawyer, contract administrator, quantity surveyors, and admin staff.
• Negotiating, drafting, and reviewing legal agreements with major mining and construction service providers.
• Supporting legal due diligence of counterparties such as suppliers. 
• Implementing and supervising procurement and tender processes.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial and other contracts, and develop standards for contract.
• Supporting business managers on the implementation of contracts and monitoring performance of all parties to ensure compliance with terms.
• Set up and control Standard Operation Process (SOP) for legal and compliance and assist to review the SOP for other departments.
• Ensures compliance with company policies as well as applicable laws and regulations.
• Provide advice to and support the management team and business units in mitigating legal related risks.

Assist in the development of the department.

Requirements:

• An admitted legal practitioner/solicitor qualified in England or equivalent Common Law/Commonwealth jurisdiction with at least 10 to 15 years post qualification experience.
• A bachelor's degree in law, quantity surveying, costs control, business or related field.
• Has a minimum of 10 to 15 years' experience in legal and contract management within the mining or construction industry, business analysis or a related field.
• Experience in administration of complex commercial contracts. Specific mining experience is an advantage. Specific mining experience is an advantage.
• Legal expertise and experience in legislative compliance, commercial contracts, procurements and tenders.
• Specific mining experience is an advantage.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities, work efficiently under pressure and consistently meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbally and in writing) with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Discreet and able to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Any international experience would be looked upon favourably.
• Senior staffs are expected to conduct comprehensive training and development programs for junior staffs under their supervision as a key part of their daily responsibilities. This includes facilitating skills development, ensuring effective knowledge transfer, and promoting capacity-building initiatives that are aligned with the organization's goals. The objective is to enhance the growth and efficiency of the team, contributing to the overall success of the organization”.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to [email protected]

Please visit www.camining.com or www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.

Mia Roberts

Executive Talent Consultant - French

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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