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.
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 compliance workstreams covering sanctions, anti-bribery and anti-corruption, privacy, healthcare, employment, and product regulations
- Support internal investigations, audits, and risk assessments in partnership 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 across teams, encouraging early issue identification
- 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 reputable law firm and/or in-house experience
- Experience with international, compliance, government contracting, or regulated industries strongly preferred
- Strong judgment and ability to make independent decisions with appropriate escalation
- Experience advising or engaging with government entities, regulators, or public-sector stakeholders, ideally in international or emerging-market contexts
- 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.
- Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in or with African regulatory environments
- Background in healthcare, employment, or export controls compliance
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. Remote or hybrid work arrangements may be discussed.
This opportunity is open to candidates from diverse backgrounds. Applicants who may not meet every qualification but are eager to contribute are encouraged to apply.