Legal and Expansion Lead at Welcome2Africa 

JOB TITLE: Legal and Expansion Lead

JOB LOCATION: Abuja (FCT)

JOB DETAILS:

• The Legal and Expansion Lead will play a crucial role in overseeing W2A’s expansion initiatives while ensuring legal and regulatory compliance across all our entities.
• This role is instrumental in supporting the CEO, driving business expansion, and engaging with government bodies, regulators, and international stakeholders to support W2A’s ambitious growth agenda.
• You will also manage and build a high-performing team that aligns with our organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities
Legal Strategy, Compliance, and Corporate Governance:

• Support the design and establishment of the W2A Holdings structure, ensuring full compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Provide strategic legal counsel on business development, contracts, partnerships, and employee benefits, including stock options and bonuses.

Expansion Strategy, Business Development, and Government Relations:

• Lead W2A’s expansion into new regions and countries by establishing key partnerships and legal structures.
• Serve as the primary liaison for government and regulatory affairs in Nigeria, Africa, and internationally, ensuring regulatory compliance and advocating for favorable policies.

Team Development and Leadership:

• Build and manage a high-performing legal and expansion team, fostering a collaborative environment that supports W2A’s strategic objectives.

Subsidiary Management and Integration:

• Provide legal oversight for the integration of W2A’s subsidiaries, including W2A Trade, W2A Connect, W2A Asset Management, and W2A Finance.

Fundraising and Investor Relations:

• Collaborate with the CEO on fundraising efforts and investor engagement, providing legal support in negotiations and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Legal Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with W2A’s operations and expansion efforts, developing risk management policies to protect the organization’s interests.

Contract Negotiation and Management:

• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and review of contracts with investors, partners, and suppliers, ensuring alignment with W2A’s strategic goals.

Support for Asset Management and Finance:

• Provide legal counsel on investment management, trade finance, and microfinance activities, including the W2A Impact Fund and Diaspora Agri-Fund.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) and membership in a recognized legal body. A Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field is an advantage.
• 8+ years of legal experience, particularly in corporate law, international expansion, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience in mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, or international business expansion.
• Expertise in investment, trade facilitation, and asset management within African markets.
• Strong track record of managing relationships with government bodies and regulatory authorities in Nigeria and international jurisdictions.
• Excellent negotiation, leadership, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of legal frameworks in the UK, China, Belgium, Malaysia, and Nigeria is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health Insurance (HMO)
• Performance-Based Bonuses
• 13th Month Salary
• Stock Options and Bonus Structures.

Salary
N200,000 – N300,000 monthly.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for the ongoing Welcome2Africa job opening, visit the job APPLICATION PORTAL to submit your application!