Regional Legal Counsel - SAREG – (JHB) M/F
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AGL (Africa Global Logistics) is the leading multimodal logistics operator (port, logistics, maritime and rail) in Africa. The company is now part of the MSC Group, a leading maritime and logistics company. Thanks to its expertise developed over more than a century and to more than 23,000 employees in 49 countries, AGL provides its African and global customers with global, tailor-made and innovative logistics solutions, with the ambition of contributing to the transformation of Africa in a sustainable way. AGL is also present in Haiti and Timor.
Are you looking for a rewarding experience in an international environment? Do you want to make an impact in a company that puts Africa at the heart of its project? Join AGL, the leading multimodal logistics operator on the African continent!
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LEGAL, TAX AFFAIRS & INSURANCE MANAGEMENT
Regional Legal Counsel - SAREG – (JHB) M/F
Contract
PERMANENT
Location Job
Africa, South Africa
Full time
Job Purpose
Manage the risk of all AGL & associated companies in the countries as allocated to you within the Southern African Region (SAREG) through effective support to the relevant Country Managers, Country CFOs and/or Country Legal Managers concerning contract negotiations with customers, suppliers & service providers, agents and other 3rd parties (“contracts”); claims management (litigation & non-litigation) and mitigation of risks through appropriate insurance cover where possible. Oversee and support on all matters concerning the Galexy legal system for the countries in SAREG.
Job Function
- Oversee all legal aspects in the countries as allocated to you within SAREG.
- The position will involve traveling to certain counties in SAREG.
- Act as a relay of the Legal and Insurance departments of Africa Global Logistics South Africa division situated in Paris, France.
- In charge of all legal matters in the countries as allocated to you within SAREG, including (but not restricted to):
- Contract drafting, negotiation, and review (customers, suppliers & service providers, agents, third parties – incl. commercial and residential lease agreements and land/asset sale & purchase agreements).
- Tender reviews.
- Highlight all important risks to the respective Country Managers and/or Country Legal Managers to make informed decisions concerning contractual risks, key provisions, and contract durations through proper documented sign-off by relevant parties.
Claims (Litigation & Non-Litigation)
- Manage and support the respective Country Managers and/or Country Legal Managers on all claims, disputes and litigation: customers, agents, suppliers & service providers, other third parties and insurance claims.
- Provide guidance, consider alternate approaches, etc.
- Provide adequate support in liaison with external legal counsel for litigation regarding employment concerns.
- Ensure all claims of the AGL & associated companies are properly and timely reported, managed and closed out.
- Ensure proper preparation of claims and witnesses (where applicable) and closely monitoring the claims until closure.
- Ensure proper, comprehensive, and continuous reporting of all fraud (irrespective of value), major litigation, and high risk matters to the respective Regional Managing Directors and Regional General Counsel (SAREG).
- Review (at least annually), in conjunction with the respective Country Managers and/or Country Legal Managers, the various external legal counsels against agreed service levels.
Insurance
- Ensure all local insurance covers are renewed annually and on time; and remain up to date at all times.
- Ensure all risks are adequately covered, considering amongst other, the business requirements of the AGL & associated companies, local country specific risks and requirements, etc.
- Ensure the respective Country Managers and/or Country Legal Managers are familiar with the global insurance covers and the relevant policy terms, restrictions, and specific requirements to ensure cover remains valid.
Galexy
- Ensure all bespoke contracts for your allocated countries are recorded in Galexy and are always up to date with the latest changes recorded.
- Ensure all litigation matters for your allocated countries are recorded in Galexy and the files are always up to date with the latest legal developments.
- Provide training and support to all users of the Galexy system in English speaking countries in Africa.
- Assist and support the Regional General Counsel with all reporting requirements, monitoring, and user allocation / licensing concerning the Galexy system.
Reporting
- Timely and accurate monthly reporting on all legal matters (including but not limited to country risks, new legislation & the impact on the Company, litigation & non-litigation claims, legal contracts, etc.) in the prescribed format for all your allocated countries.
- Ad-hoc reporting as required from time-to-time.
General
- Provide legal opinions as and when required.
- Monitor changes in legislation and update all relevant management on any risks to AGL & associated companies in your allocated countries within SAREG.
- Ensure all AGL companies in your allocated countries within SAREG always comply with relevant global and local laws & regulations.
- Perform audits when visiting your allocated countries in SAREG to ensure compliance at all levels concerning legal, insurance, claims (litigation & non-litigation), corporate secretarial matters and the Group's Compliance program.
Education and Experience Requirements
- One of the following legal qualifications: B Proc, B Juris, B Com Law or LLB (preferably an LLB).
- 12 years' experience in the legal corporate environment.
- Experience of the Africa continent will be an advantage.
- Computer proficiency: Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
- Good attention to detail.
- Methodical and thorough approach to work.
- Organised and a desire to display initiative.
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