Overview
A leading autonomous logistics organization is seeking a senior, strategic, and adaptable lawyer to lead and scale legal and compliance efforts across Africa. This role combines compliance execution, regulatory strategy, and public-sector partnership to support growth in complex regulatory environments.
The position is part of a lean, high-impact Legal Team and involves hands-on administration of U.S. government awards and compliance programs across Africa. The role requires advising on diverse legal issues, engaging with government officials, and navigating export controls, sanctions, and anti-corruption risks.
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
- Serve as a 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
- 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
- Help 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 by building strong relationships and empowering teams to raise issues early
- 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 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in compliance, government contracting, or regulated industries
Compensation & Benefits
Details regarding compensation and benefits will be provided during the recruitment process.
Location
This role involves travel primarily to Africa, with occasional travel to San Francisco and Washington, D.C.