Eastern Africa Legal Manager

2 weeks ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya A.P. Moller - Maersk Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year


Key Responsibilities
  • Review, draft, negotiate, and amend customer and supplier contracts relating to L&S services including transportation, trucking, freight forwarding, warehousing, depot and customs.
  • Proactively flag legal risks and provide commercially sound and pragmatic advice.
  • Ensure timely contract reviews and manage obligations throughout the contract lifecycle.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders including commercial, procurement, and product teams.
  • Support contract governance and ensure consistency with Maersk policies and global legal standards.
  • Deliver training to internal stakeholders on legal principles and contracting best practices.
  • Support leadership in handling regional legal matters and contribute to global and regional initiatives.
  • Monitor relevant legal developments in the region and conduct legal research to inform business decisions.

Required Experience & Skills
  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB); Master's degree is a plus.
  • Admitted to practice law in a jurisdiction within the Eastern Africa region.
  • Minimum of 6 years legal experience, preferably in an international organization or reputable law firm (or both).
  • Knowledge of international commercial law and regional legal frameworks.
  • Experience in the logistics, supply chain, or transport sectors is an advantage.
  • Strong negotiation skills, detail oriented and able to handle multiple demands at the same time.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills; high attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Proficiency in English

Behavioural Competencies
  • Strategic and business-supportive mindset
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving ability
  • Resilience and urgency in execution
  • Collaboration and cross-functional engagement
  • Integrity and professionalism

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