Senior Manager - Commercial Legal.Commercial Legal and CoSec
Senior Manager - Commercial Legal.Commercial Legal and CoSec
- 1 Vacancy
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Experience
10+ years
Employee type
Full-TimePosition
Experienced Professional
Offer Salary
Competitive
For Freelance
No
Application deadline
Oct 15, 2026
Job Description
The Senior Manager - Commercial Legal and CoSec is a key leadership role within the Commercial Legal department, responsible for providing strategic legal guidance and support to the company's business operations. This role involves overseeing a team of legal professionals, managing complex commercial transactions, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Commercial Legal team, providing strategic direction and ensuring effective collaboration with other departments.
- Design, implement, and update standard contracts and checklists, incorporating company policies and applicable laws.
- Draft, negotiate, and formalize complex commercial arrangements and agreements, ensuring compliance and minimizing risks.
- Monitor the Contract Management System, resolving issues promptly, and ensuring proper filing and archiving of contract documentation.
- Structure, negotiate, and prepare commercial transactions, incorporating inputs from relevant stakeholders to reduce commercial risks.
- Provide legal advisory services to management and employees, offering research-based opinions and recommendations on business initiatives.
- Raise awareness and conduct training sessions for non-legal staff on potential legal issues and compliance requirements.
- Manage relationships with judiciary and administrative authorities, building ethical connections and influencing governmental policies.
- Champion and manage key company projects, ensuring alignment with Group-level objectives and successful implementation at the country level.
- Prepare and submit legal budgets, ensuring efficient budget management and adherence to approved financial plans.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Law or a related field, with a Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in a legal capacity, with a strong background in commercial law and contract management.
- Proven leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead and mentor a high-performing legal team.
- Excellent knowledge of Cameroonian and international legal frameworks, particularly in the telecoms industry.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of providing innovative legal solutions.
- Proficiency in legal research and drafting, with the ability to interpret and apply complex legal principles.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Fluency in English and French, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Job Overview
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Experience
10+ years
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Location
360, Rue Drouot, Akwa Douala, Douala, Littoral, Cameroon
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Offered Salary
Competitive
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Qualification
Experienced Professional
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Functional Area
Legal & Corporate Affairs
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Degree Level
Masters
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Industry
Tele-communications , Legal & Professional Services , Administration -
Date Posted
3 weeks ago
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Apply Before
Oct 15, 2026
MTN Cameroon
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Website
mtn.cm -
Location
360, Rue Drouot, Akwa Douala, Douala, Littoral, Cameroon
