KoBold Metals is hiring a
Deputy General Counsel in Worldwide

Summary

The job is for a Deputy General Counsel at KoBold Metals Zambia Limited, a rapidly growing mineral exploration company in Zambia. The role involves developing the Legal Department, managing legal functions, negotiating deals, providing immediate legal advice, and ensuring high ethical standards across various business operations.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience in legal role function in corporate organizations or private practice
• Experience providing legal service to one of the top corporations in Zambia (for example, a leading bank, mining company, or other leading corporation with the highest standards)
• Experience leading teams of attorneys and staff
• Degree in law from a recognized university
• Member of the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) with valid current practicing certificate
• Demonstrated understanding of Corporate Law, Mining Law, Employment law and other relevant legislation pertaining to the operations of the business
• Excellent interpersonal relations and communication skills
• Must demonstrate high integrity and ethical practice
• Strong communication skills both oral and written and excellent presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Develop the Legal Department in one of Zambia’s top mineral exploration and mining companies
• Develop the company’s legal functions, including but not limited to contract drafting and management, legal entity management, employment matters, compliance with laws and contracts, and many other areas as the company’s legal functions grow
• Create processes and policies to help build a high-functioning legal department
• Hire and supervise outside counsel across many subject areas and jurisdictions
• Represent the company in negotiations in Zambia and Southern Africa
• Review, draft, and advise on complex transactions spanning multiple jurisdictions
• Lead due diligence efforts when the company is conducting diligence about an opportunity and when we are responding to diligence requests
• Provide immediate legal and business advice to internal clients (i.e. senior executives, Finance, HR, CSR, Corporate Communications etc)
• Write, revise, and review documents regarding every part of the business
• Guide and support the company’s global business operations using legal and business skills, such as management of confidential information, tax structuring, and building organizational processes
• Work across the company to set and meet high standards of ethics, with a focus on safety, anti-corruption, community support, environmental protection, anti-discrimination, and integrity
• Provide leverage and support to the Chief Legal Officer so that they are more effective at advancing the company’s priorities

Preferred Qualifications

Masters would be an added advantage

Benefits

• This position is full-time
• Location: KoBold Metals Zambia corporate headquarters, Lusaka, Zambia. Locations on the Copperbelt and remote roles will also be considered