Legal Counsel
Metro Africa Xpress
About MAX:
MAX is a team of passionate people building digital infrastructure to deliver the future of mobility in Africa and Emerging Markets. We attract people with conviction who are willing to bring new ideas and perspectives to a problem that affects everyone on the planet.
At MAX, you’ll have a unique opportunity to align your passion with a meaningful mission.
You will get a real opportunity to grow and make a real lasting impact on the lives of millions of people, and help deliver access to safe, reliable, affordable, and sustainable transportation.
Job Responsibilities:
Manage governance-related matters, including board meetings, resolutions, and
shareholder communications.
● Ensure compliance with corporate laws and regulations, including filing annual returns,
maintaining statutory records, and conducting board and shareholder meetings for
operating companies and the parent company.
● Advise on regulatory developments and their impact on the company's business.
● Manage investor and stakeholder reporting relating to ESG matters and other periodic
disclosures.
● Manage stakeholder relationships and address legal inquiries.
● Evaluate new business partnerships with vendors and stakeholders (internal & external)
● Design and oversee the company’s policy and position on legal matters
● Protect the company against legal risks and violations
● Guide management Ensure compliance with the internal controls, statutory regulations and
other formalities
● Manage the company's intellectual property portfolio, including patents, trademarks, and
copyrights and advise on IP strategy and protection.
● Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including vendor
agreements, partnership agreements, and service contracts.
● Ensure that contracts align with the company's business objectives and mitigate legal risks.
● Manage and resolve legal disputes, including litigation and arbitration.
● Review and respond to claims and demands, and engage internally to resolve complaints
● Develop and implement strategies to minimize legal risks and liabilities.
● Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including data privacy,
consumer protection, and antitrust laws.
● on regulatory and compliance issues to ensure compliance with legal regulations
● Examine the legal issues related to new products and services
● Respond, handle and manage other related task as assigned by your Line Manager or
leadership member.
