MISSION/CORE PURPOSE

The Legal Counsel is responsible for the in-house management of all legal matters in coordination with the Manager for Legal and Regulatory.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all in-house Legal and Administrative cases in coordination with the Manager for Legal and Regulatory.
• Represent and defend Lonestar Cell MTN management, as assigned, in court and administrative hearings
• Participate and/or assist in litigation, as appropriate.
• Create and update internal case management log system.
• Assist in the review, draft and preparation of contracts, leases, licenses, purchases, sales, and various legal agreements; work to create internal filing system.
• Assist the Manager for Legal and Regulatory in the implementation of any compliance issues and updating of Company policies
• Perform other relevant duties as may be required by the Company.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education

• Degree in Law from an accredited institution
• Licensed to practice law and be certified in good standing by the Liberia National Bar Association.
• Degree and experience in Information and Communication Technology is advantageous.

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years’ working experience in the legal sector and court system of Liberia.
• In depth knowledge and experience with the laws of Liberia in particular contract, labor, transaction and corporate law.
• Strong experience in negotiating deals and concluding contracts
• Demonstrated commitment to getting the job done.
• Independent thinker with the ability to work in a team and follow instructions.
• Ability to write comprehensive reports and communicate with all levels of Management within Lonestar Cell MTN.
• Proficient with Microsoft office suite, with special skill in using PowerPoint, Word and Excel

CORE COMPETENCIES

Important competencies required for the position

Must live the MTN Values of: Leadership; Innovation; Relationship; Integrity; Can Do & adopt the MTN Vital Behaviours of: Complete Candour; Complete Accountability; Active Collaboration; Get-It-Done:

Knowledge & Skills

• Experience of organizational change.
• Creative and critical thinking abilities with an eye for detail.
• Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and time constraints
• Computer literate and tech savvy.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of cultures in a diverse community.
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Behavioural Qualities:

• Conceptual Thinker
• Problem Solver
• Improvement Driver
• Culture and Change Champion
• Supportive People Manager

HOW TO APPLY:

Email all applications (Cover Letter and updated Resume/Curriculum Vitae) to:

hrvacancy.lr@mtn.com

Or apply through the system below.

In the Subject of your email: State your name and the vacancy you are applying for.

Deadline for submission: Wednesday, September 9, 2020 @ 4:30 p.m.

Please Note the following:

1. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
2. Detailed Job description is below for ease of reference
3. No Phone calls will be accepted
4. The Position is not an EXPATRIATE position. Foreign nationals qualifying must be prepared to accept contract on LOCAL TERMS.