Overview

We are recruiting!

Our client in Lusaka, is looking for an In-House Legal Counsel to join their team for a job vacancy within the energy industry.

To apply, or for more information, follow the link below.

In-House Legal Counsel

Department    : Legal

Section:            : Legal

Reports to        : General Manager

Legal Section:

ROLE PURPOSE:

To provide strategic legal support across the company’s energy operations, ensuring compliance, managing legal risk, and supporting project development, contracts, and regulatory matters in line with industry requirements.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Description

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts related to power trading, metering, generation, storage, transmission, and distribution, and wheeling (e.g., EPC contracts, PPAs, PSAs, wheeling agreements, O&M agreements, JV agreements).
  • Prepare and review Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and other confidentiality arrangements with partners, contractors, and stakeholders.
  • Provide legal advice on regulatory compliance, licensing, environmental laws, and government policies affecting the electricity and energy sector.
  • Support the company in bidding processes, tenders, and commercial transactions.
  • Advise on matters of corporate law, including corporate governance and compliance with applicable corporate regulations.
  • Conduct preliminary legal due diligence and risk analysis in relation to potential acquisitions of real estate and companies (M&A)
  • Handle disputes, litigation, and arbitration matters in coordination with external counsel.
  • Advise senior management on risk exposure, contractual obligations, and legal implications of business decisions.
  • Stay updated on industry-specific laws, regulations

OPERATING ENVIRONMENT

  • The Job Holder must be able to handle a fast-paced environment without getting deviated

COMMUNICATIONS AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal:

All Departments: Day to Day Basis in order to ensure smooth flow of operation on an administrative level.

External:

Visitors: Day to Day basis.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Qualifications and Knowledge:

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB); Member of the Law association of Zambia with valid practicing certificate.
  • At least 3 years post-qualification experience, ideally within the energy sector.
  • Strong understanding of Zambian energy laws, regulatory frameworks, and commercial law.
  • Experience working on project finance, corporate transactions, and regulatory compliance.

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Communication
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Customer Service Orientation
  • Attention to Details
  • Organizational Skills

“All candidates are required to obtain their ZAQA certification from the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)”