Job Summary

The Legal Officer will provide legal advice and support to the company on corporate, contractual, employment, compliance, and commercial matters. The role will be responsible for reviewing contracts, ensuring compliance with Ethiopian laws and regulations, supporting HR-related legal matters, and protecting the company's legal interests in all business operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Corporate & Commercial Legal Support

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts, agreements, NDAs, MoUs, and partnership agreements.

• Review client contracts, vendor agreements, project contracts, and procurement-related documents.

• Provide legal opinions and recommendations on business transactions and strategic decisions.

• Ensure company operations comply with applicable Ethiopian laws and regulations.

Employment & Labor Law Support

• Advise management on Ethiopian labor laws and employment regulations.

• Review and prepare employment contracts, disciplinary actions, warning letters, termination notices, and settlement agreements.

• Support employee grievance handling and labor dispute resolution.

• Provide guidance on HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance.

• Represent the company in labor-related matters when required.

Contract & Project Legal Management

• Review project contracts and identify legal risks.

• Support contract negotiation with clients, suppliers, and partners.

• Monitor contract compliance and advise management on contractual obligations.

• Assist project teams in resolving contractual disputes and claims.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Monitor legal and regulatory changes affecting company operations.

• Ensure company policies comply with Ethiopian laws.

• Identify legal risks and propose mitigation strategies.

• Support corporate governance and regulatory compliance activities.

Litigation & Dispute Management

• Coordinate with external legal counsel when required.

• Represent the company before courts, government offices, and regulatory institutions as assigned.

• Manage legal documentation and case records

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (LLB) in Law from a recognized university.

• Professional certification or additional legal training is an advantage.

Experience:

• 5 years of relevant experience

Employment Type: Full Time

Required Sills

• Strong knowledge of Ethiopian Labor Law, Commercial Law, and Contract Law.

• Excellent contract drafting and review skills.

• Strong negotiation and dispute resolution skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Amharic.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• High ethical standards and professional integrity.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple legal matters simultaneously.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates can send their latest CV only through hr@edgecomm-tech.com Within five working days of the announcement

Please make sure to write the name of the position and the university you graduated in the subject line when you apply

Candidates who didn’t follow the proper procedure will be rejected automatically

 

 

Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Law or in a related field with relevant work experience Duties & Responsibilities: - Assisting businesses to prevent, navigate, and resolve complex legal issues. - Assisting and advising businesses on establishing their company's structure, policies, objectives, and procedures for their business operations. null How to Apply Interested applicants can submit their CV and relevant documents through the provided e-mail