Company Secretary & Legal Counsel
***Please submit your CV in English***
Job Purpose
We are looking for an experienced legal professional to take on a dual role combining Company Secretary responsibilities across the Sub-Saharan Africa region with Legal Counsel support for Cameroon.
This position plays a key role in ensuring strong corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and high-quality legal support to the business. The successful candidate will work closely with regional leadership, external advisors, and cross-functional teams to support both strategic and operational objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Company Secretary – Sub-Saharan Africa
- Lead and manage company secretarial activities across multiple jurisdictions in Sub-Saharan Africa
- Ensure compliance with local corporate governance, statutory, and regulatory requirements
- Coordinate board and committee meetings, including preparation of agendas, minutes, and resolutions
- Maintain statutory records and filings in line with legal obligations
- Liaise with external company secretarial providers and regulatory authorities
- Support entity management, restructuring projects, and governance best practices
Legal Counsel – Cameroon
- Provide legal advice and support to the business in Cameroon across a broad range of areas (commercial, employment, regulatory, etc.)
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents
- Support dispute resolution and manage external counsel where required
- Advise on legal risks and ensure compliance with local laws and internal policies
- Partner with business stakeholders to enable informed decision-making
Key Requirements
- Minimum 8+ years of experience in company secretarial and/or corporate governance roles, ideally within an international environment
- Qualified lawyer in Cameroon (or equivalent legal qualification)
- Strong knowledge of corporate governance frameworks and statutory compliance requirements
- Experience supporting or advising Sub-Saharan African markets is highly desirable
- Proven ability to manage multiple jurisdictions and stakeholders
- Strong drafting, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Fluent in English and French
What We Offer
- A unique dual-role opportunity with regional and country-level exposure
- A dynamic, international working environment
- Opportunities to influence governance standards and legal strategy
- Collaboration with diverse teams across multiple markets
