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NetOne (The World in One)

Job Title: LEGAL OFFICER x 2

Responsibility:
The incumbent shall be responsible to the Legal Manager.

Key Job Purposes:
To provide legal advisory, regulatory and compliance services to the business.

Represents the organization in legal matters under the supervision of the Legal Manager;
Conducts legal research, review progress of cases under litigation and liaise with external lawyers;
Interprets laws, rules and regulations and prepare legal opinions;
Provides appropriate legal advice to management and ensure regulatory compliance;
Drafts, reviews and provides legal advice on MOUs, contracts, and tender documents;
Reviews ongoing legal matters and advise management accordingly;
Liaises with various departments and provide appropriate legal advice;
Provides guidance on contract matters to project managers or other operational staff;
Develops and implement procedures for contract management and administration in compliance with appropriate NetOne policies;
Interfaces with regulatory authorities and other relevant bodies on legal issues.

Bachelor of Laws Honours Degree (LLBS) from a reputable institution;
A minimum of 3 years post qualification experience which includes legal drafting, contract review, litigation and statutory interpretation;
Must be registered with the Law Society of Zimbabwe;
Should be conversant in commercial, criminal and labour laws of Zimbabwe.
Legal drafting skills;
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations relative to work situations;
A business acumen partnered with a dedication to legality;
In-depth knowledge of contract and labour law;
Excellent communication, negotiation and diplomatic skills;
Possess a high level of confidentiality;
Excellent command of the English language.