Job offer : MTN Cameroon - Mobile Telecommunication Networks : General Manager - Commercial Legal, Douala

General Manager - Commercial Legal.Corporate Services and Legal
Douala, Littoral, Cameroon

JOB DESCRIPTION
Strategic Planning and Operational Effectiveness.

Define, develop and manage the execution of the Commercial Legal Department strategy and ensure that it is aligned to MTN’s mission and vision.
Consider future consequences of actions on the viability of the business, especially in terms of the current environment and how this will impact MTN as a business both now and in the future.
Provide a broad framework to ensure resources are obtained, used, and coordinated in a way that allows the company to achieve its mission.
 Provide legal advice and guidance on legislation that will impact on MTNC and its business.
Provide Legal related input into the development of operational plans and strategies of other business units.
Corporate governance                                                     

Ensure the effectiveness of:
company secretariat services to the company, the Board, and its committees
 corporate governance compliance, including compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory matters, such as the Companies Act, OHADA, COBAC are essential requirements.
Legal services

Provide support on the resolution of litigations matters, with a particular involvement for material litigation files                                             
Approve reports and submissions to the board on litigations matters.
Develop and maintain fruitful relationships with External Counsels
Oversee Contract Management including review and oversight of the company’s contractual obligations.
Manage budgets

Forecast, plan, develop and review OPEX and CAPEX budgets within agreed parameters.
Manage and optimize the budget, ensuring all expenditure is in line with the agreed budgets
Sign-off / make decisions regarding operational changes
Reporting

Reporting in accordance with the measurement metrics set by the organisation
Report on an ad hoc basis on specific management requirements as and when necessary                                 
RESPONSIBILITIES
Staff Leadership and Management

Define the divisional KPAs and KPIs that will be cascaded down to each area, conducting effective performance management accordingly and putting solutions in place to address any gaps identified.
Offer strategic advice and guidance to the team
Coach and mentor direct reports to ensure staff motivation is high to achieve high performance areas.
Ensure skill transfer for staff development, motivation, and business continuity.
Provide advisory services on governance and best practices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education / Business Degree

4 years tertiary qualification in Law/ LLB (Commercial / Business)
Possession of an MBA/ Masters will be advantageous
Fluent in English and French
Work Experience

Minimum 8 years’ senior executive/internal counsel experience in commercial legal of a reputable and structured business environment, preferably a multinational corporation.
Knowledge of and working experience in Corporate Governance.
Work experience across diverse cultures and geographies, with work experience in Cameroon as an added advantage.
Telecoms industry experience is a plus.
Training

Telecommunication trends,
Telecommunications legal environment
Topical trainings on legal matters
Leadership & Management
Finance for non-finance executives
Leadership training
Technology training
Negotiation training
Products and Services
Systems training
 Computer training
Knowledge

In-depth knowledge of local laws and regulations
In depth knowledge of the Cameroonian judiciary system and the functioning of the courts system (Civil & Common Law);                                                   
Drafting and Negotiations of commercial agreements.
Management of Legal Services in corporations.
Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution.
Litigation and Complaints Management in corporations (contentious and non-contentious)
OHADA business laws.
Corporate Governance
Contract Management
Legal Advice
Negotiation principles and practices
Service Level Agreement Management
Financial and tax acumen
Information Management
Policy Design and Development
Research Orientation
Stakeholder Relations Management
Telecommunications business
Telecommunications legal and regulatory environment
Business Process Design and Reengineering
Bilingual French – English (Verbal & written)
Computer Literacy
Skills

Strategy Formulator
Decisive Problem Solver
Innovative Value Creator
Results Achiever
Operationally Astute
Behavioral Qualities

Customer-centric
Resilient
Accountable
Relationship Builder
Inspirational People Leader
Culture & Change Champion
ABOUT US
MTN Group Limited is a South African multinational mobile telecommunications company, operating in many African, European and Asian countries. Its head office is in Johannesburg. MTN recorded 232.6 million subscribers, making it the eighth largest mobile network operator in the world, and the largest in Africa.

With more than 17510 professionals, working in over 20 countries around the world.

MTN recruiters are always searching for brilliant candidates with an entrepreneurial spirit, looking for a work culture where innovation is the goal, hard work is expected, and creativity is rewarded. MTN employees enjoy competitive salaries, excellent health benefits, and a network of like-minded co-workers that drive innovation across the entire telecommunication industry.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Human Resources team partners with all aspects of the organization, driving success through the effective and innovative management of people for both current and future business needs.

Key roles that the Human Resources team performs:

Executive Role: Specialists in all aspects of people management. High-level input at a strategic level into all key business decisions.
Audit Role: Ensures all areas of the organization are compliant with legal requirements AND best practice employment policies and procedures.
Facilitator Role: Close partnership to support, advise and extend the ability of all areas of the organization to meet their objectives through the implementation of highly effective employment practices in areas such as Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, Reward systems, Performance Management, Health and Wellbeing.
Consultancy Role: Provide expert advice to the organization and it’s managers on any aspect of workforce management and employee relations and performance.
Service Role: Ensure the organization is fully aware of and is equipped to deal with developments impacting employment matters, such as changes in legislation, changes in the characteristics of the labor market.

All applications must be submitted ONLINE at : https://ehle.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/requisitions/preview/3639/