Africa Senior Legal Counsel

Overview

A leading logistics and delivery technology organization 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 rapid growth
• Manage compliance with U.S. government award requirements, including FARs and 2 CFR 200
• Serve as primary contact for U.S. government contracting officers, including those at the U.S. Department of State
• Lead compliance workstreams covering 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
• Partner 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 risks and opportunities
• Shape long-term legal and regulatory strategy balancing compliance rigor with innovation and speed
• Provide pragmatic, risk-calibrated legal advice to business leaders
• Foster a culture of compliance across teams
• Support commercial negotiation, 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
• Experience advising or engaging with government entities, regulators, or public-sector stakeholders, preferably in international or emerging-market contexts
• Strong judgment and ability to make independent decisions with appropriate escalation
• Ability to break down complex legal and regulatory issues into clear priorities and 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in compliance, government contracting, or regulated industries
• Familiarity with U.S. government award requirements and regulations

Compensation & Benefits

Details on compensation and benefits are not specified in the job description.

Location

This role involves travel up to 25% to Africa, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C., with the primary focus on supporting operations across African jurisdictions.