Manager, African Trade Center Global (Legal & Corporate Services), Real Estate & Administration at the African Export Import Bank (Afreximbank)

Job Title: Manager, African Trade Center Global (Legal & Corporate Services), Real Estate & Administration

Job Summary

• The Manager, African Trade Center Global (Legal & Corporate Services) is responsible for overseeing legal, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and contractual matters for the African Trade Center (ATC) Global portfolio. 
• The role ensures adherence to international trade laws, corporate policies, and risk management frameworks, while supporting commercial transactions, dispute resolution, and corporate structuring.
• The incumbent will work closely with internal stakeholders, external legal counsel, government agencies, and trade regulators to mitigate legal risks, ensure compliance, and enhance operational efficiency in ATC’s global operations.

Key Responsibilities
Legal Advisory & Compliance:

• Provide legal counsel on contracts, trade agreements, corporate policies, and governance frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with international trade laws, regulatory requirements, and corporate governance best practices.
• Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts, MoUs, and investment agreements.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate legal and compliance risks.
• Handle regulatory filings, due diligence, and corporate legal documentation.

Corporate Governance & Dispute Resolution:

• Ensure corporate governance structures align with international business and trade standards.
• Advise on board resolutions, shareholder agreements, and company secretarial matters.
• Oversee dispute resolution processes, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation.
• Work with external legal advisors to address corporate legal challenges and trade disputes.

Commercial & Trade Legal Support:

• Support real estate transactions, investment structuring, and joint venture agreements.
• Provide legal guidance on PPP (Public-Private Partnership) arrangements, procurement policies, and contract enforcement.
• Oversee the legal aspects of cross-border trade, customs regulations, and trade facilitation agreements.

Stakeholder Engagement & Policy Development:

• Collaborate with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and trade organizations to influence legal and corporate policy frameworks.
• Represent ATC Global in legal and corporate governance discussions, trade policy forums, and regulatory engagements.
• Drive the development and implementation of compliance training programs for employees.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s Degree in Law (LLM), Business Law, Corporate Governance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of legal and corporate governance experience, preferably in trade, real estate, or international business.
• Strong expertise in contract law, international trade regulations, and dispute resolution.
• Experience in corporate structuring, compliance, and regulatory risk management.
• Proficiency in corporate secretarial functions, legal documentation, and board governance.
• Fluency in English (French or other African languages is an advantage).

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is no 6th March, 2025. Qualified and interested candidates should send their updated Resume to:  [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted. It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy.

Official Job Website https://www.afreximbank.com/