Overview
A global autonomous logistics company specializing in drone delivery services is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to lead and scale legal and compliance efforts across Africa. This role involves managing compliance execution, regulatory strategy, and public-sector partnerships to support growth in complex regulatory environments.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and continuously improve legal and compliance programs across Africa to support sustainable and rapid growth.
- Manage compliance with U.S. government award requirements, including FARs and 2 CFR 200, serving as a primary contact for U.S. government contracting officers.
- Lead day-to-day compliance activities related to sanctions, anti-bribery and anti-corruption, privacy, healthcare, employment, and product regulations.
- Support internal investigations, audits, and risk assessments in collaboration with People, Finance, and senior leadership.
- Manage litigation and disputes within African markets.
- Translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable guidance for business and technical teams.
- Collaborate with public affairs, policy, and operations teams to align legal, compliance, and government relations strategies.
- Monitor regulatory and policy developments across African jurisdictions and advise leadership on emerging risks and opportunities.
- Contribute to shaping long-term legal and regulatory strategy in Africa, balancing compliance with innovation and speed.
- Provide pragmatic, risk-calibrated legal advice to business leaders.
- Foster a culture of compliance across teams, encouraging early issue identification.
- Support commercial negotiations, contracting, and procurement processes.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
- Membership in good standing of at least one U.S. state or international bar.
- 7–10 years of relevant legal experience, including experience at a reputable law firm and/or in-house, preferably with international, compliance, government contracting, or regulated-industry exposure.
- Experience advising or engaging with government entities, regulators, or public-sector stakeholders, ideally in international or emerging-market contexts.
- Strong judgment and ability to make independent decisions with appropriate escalation.
- Ability to analyze complex legal and regulatory issues and develop practical solutions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including advising senior stakeholders.
- Collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset with strong organizational skills.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% to Africa, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.
- Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
Compensation & Benefits
Details on compensation and benefits are not provided in the job description.
Location
This role involves travel up to 25% to Africa, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. Specific work location details are not provided.
The organization is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics. Applications from individuals traditionally underrepresented in technology are encouraged.