Nokia invests in technologies important in a world where
billions of devices are connected. We are focused on three
businesses: network infrastructure software, hardware and
services, which we offer through Nokia Networks; location
intelligence, which we provide through HERE; and advanced
technology development and licensing, which we pursue
through Nokia Technologies. Each of these businesses is a leader in its respective field.
Through Networks, Nokia is the world’s specialist in mobile
broadband. From the first ever call on GSM, to the first call
on LTE, we operate at the forefront of each generation of
mobile technology. Our global experts invent the new
capabilities our customers need in their networks. We
provide the world’s most efficient mobile networks, the
intelligence to maximize the value of those networks, and
the services to make it all work seamlessly.
General Purpose
• Lead all legal support to the business in the Central
African region
• As part of the legal department’s dynamic resourcing plan,
provide support to NOKIA’s other regional business
• Providing legal advice on a wide range of agreements with
the customers and suppliers
• Provide legal training and education to business
colleagues on NOKIA policies, commercial law, compliance
and other relevant legal matters for the sub-region and
company
• Lead all legal risk management initiatives in Central Africa
to instill a positive, world class legal compliance culture and
full adherence to internal and external governance
requirements
• To review current processes in the organization, identify
improvements and lead the change process
• Coordinate with all functions in identifying, developing and
implementing improvements in line with NOKIA standards,
processes and policies
Main Responsibility Area
• Acts as a source of expert current knowledge of all legal,
ethics & compliance programs and supports the
development of an effective and pragmatic compliance
culture
• Initiates a communication program that ensures a clear
understanding of legal compliance standards required of
individuals conducting high risk activities in the business
• Assess level of compliance with established policies,
procedures and standards, across the organization as well
as adequacy of internal controls within business, financial
processes and operations
• Performs proactive risk assessment to identify business
processes in the sub-region and region which may
represent a risk for the company, with an emphasis on
financial, business controls and efficient business processes
• Responsible for reporting and escalating risks, legal issues
and best practices to Head of L&C for the MEA Region
• Coordinate with all functions in identifying, developing and
implementing improvements in response to legal
requirements, legislation changes and company policy
requirements
• Participates in all the applicable subregion business
approval boards and meetings, responsible for reporting
and escalating legal issues and the relevant risks to the
Head of L&C for the MEA Region.
Position Description
• Unquestionable level of integrity with the ability to work
as an enabler to the business in line with company policy
and procedures
• Provide legal guidance and support to NOKIA’s Central
African Business for day-to-day activities and work with the
MEA L&C team as part of the legal department’s dynamic
resourcing plan, to provide support to NOKIA’s other
regional business
• Reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts with third
parties
• Proactively manage legal risks arising from complex
business transactions
• Supports ethics and compliance initiatives
• Keeps the Central Africa Leadership Team informed about
the changes in legislation and relevant legal topics affecting
the business
• Provides legal guidance in tenders alongside the contract
management and other functions
• Monitors and efficiently manages engagement of external
counsels and the legal budget
Position Requirements
Basic Requirements:
• 7 – 10 years PQE
• Trained/qualified at a top tier, reputable corporate/
commercial law firm
• Experience of working in a multi-national or regional
company legal department.
• Excellent academic record and working references /
credentials
• Experience in ethics and compliance, Foreign Corrupt
Practices Act and UK Bribery Act
• Admitted, or qualified to be admitted, to practice law in
one jurisdiction in Central Africa
Preferred Requirements:
• Experience in the IT, technology, projects, software,
telecommunications industry.
• Very strong individual contributor
• Strong leadership and business relationship skills
• Experienced in commercial, technology, IPR, business,
labour, contract and competition law.
• Experienced in negotiating and drafting infrastructure and
technology, business development, including those
agreements covering a number of markets
Other Requirements:
• Excellent communication (oral and written) skills
• Fluent in written and oral English.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all
levels of management and third parties
• Capable of travel, to all other MEA Region countries on a
short term business trips
Job ID #: 84287 Experience
Required: 7 – 10 Years
Country: Kenya ; Nigeria Education
Required: Juris Doctor
or equivalent
City: Nairobi ; Lagos Relocation Provided:
Job Field Area: Legal
Employment Type: Full
– Time Regular /
Permanent
Location Flexibility:
None
Travel Percentage: 0
How to Apply
Apply on the company’s website – HERE
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