Legal Counsel

Responsibilities: 

Corporate & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Ghanaian corporate laws, environmental regulations, energy guidelines, and all statutory requirements.
• Manage regulatory filings, licenses, permits, annual returns, and company documentation
• Advise management on legal implications of business decisions and operational strategy

Contract Drafting & Negotiation

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including:
• Commercial contracts
• Technical and vendor agreements
• Professional service agreements
• Confidentiality & compliance documents
• Ensure that contracts minimize legal risk and align with operational objectives.

Land & Property Legal Support

• Conduct due diligence on land and property-related matters.
•  Lead the drafting and review of land access agreements, leases, and related documentation.
• Support negotiations with stakeholders while ensuring compliance with statutory and customary land laws.

Project Compliance & Permitting

• Oversee the legal aspects of project permitting, including environmental approvals, local authority clearances, and operational licenses.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies to ensure timely processing of applications and renewals.
• Advise internal teams on regulatory pathways and compliance obligations.

 Import, Trade & Documentation Support

• Guide import-related legal processes including customs documentation, classification, compliance requirements, and contract conditions.
• Review supplier documentation for conformity, certification, warranties, and international trade obligations.

Risk Management & Dispute Resolution

•  Identify potential legal risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Support dispute resolution processes including mediation, negotiation, and litigation management.
• Maintain accurate and organized documentation of all legal matters.

Requirements: 

• A qualified lawyer licensed to practice in Ghana.
• 3-5 years of experience in corporate, commercial, environmental, or land-related legal work.
• Strong experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with land matters, permitting, or government engagement is highly advantageous.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and operate with high professional integrity.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites across Ghana.

Location: Accra