Legal Manager

Overview

Without exception, the Legal Head shall oversee all governance, compliance, and legal issues pertaining to company’s affiliates in Ghana.

Responsibilities

• Giving operational teams legal advice and support during their business decision-making process so they may accomplish their goals securely, or at the very least, fully aware of the circumstances and possible hazards. • Keeping an eye on and guaranteeing that the business's activities adhere to all applicable rules and regulations. • Managing the negotiations, writing, and signing of all agreements involving OFI's affiliates, • Managing insurance and keeping an eye on compensation processes for claims that might have an impact on the business. • Arranging and recording company's affiliates' board of directors and shareholder meetings. • Completing all following related processes on schedule. • Establishing the plan for handling real or threatened claims. • Administration of outside legal companies and associated expenses. • Completing lawsuit reports and informing the appropriate parties • Giving the company advice on compliance issues, • Increasing the company's knowledge and improving its compliance capabilities through frequent training and communication in line with the group compliance program, • Overseeing and/or taking part in regional enquiries.

Requirements

• Having a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and being eligible to practice law in Ghana • At least five to ten years of legal experience, with a solid foundation in the food, agricultural, or commodities trade sectors. • French is a bonus, but written and spoken English proficiency is required. • Thorough familiarity with Ghana's supply chain, commodities trade, and food safety regulatory frameworks. • Shown expertise in managing compliance, negotiating contracts, and resolving disputes. • Strong familiarity with international trade agreements, agricultural legislation, and commodity trading laws. • Outstanding ability to write and negotiate contracts.