ASSISTANT LEGAL & REGULATORY OFFICER

The Legal Officer will contribute to the identification and management of legal risks by conducting legal research, providing preliminary legal analysis, and supporting the delivery of practical legal guidance to business teams. The role also provides support for corporate governance and corporate secretarial matters, including board and shareholder documentation at the country level, and involves coordinating with external counsel and regulatory authorities where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the provision of legal advice on applicable legal and regulatory frameworks, particularly within the telecommunications sector in Ghana, Liberia, and Uganda.
• Assist in monitoring compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, including telecommunications law, competition law, and data protection law, and help track legislative or regulatory developments that may affect CSquared’s operations.
• Monitor and manage legal service requests, supporting the provision of timely legal guidance to internal teams and escalating issues where necessary.
• Assist with the drafting, review, and management of contracts and other legal documentation to support business operations.
• Support the Head of Legal Operations and Governance in corporate governance matters, including the preparation of board and shareholder resolutions, board packs, and meeting documentation.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel on assigned matters, including corporate secretarial support, litigation updates, and document reviews, under the supervision of the Head of Legal Operations and Governance.
• Support engagements with customers, partners, and regulators on legal or compliance matters when required.
• Conduct legal research and prepare internal memos or summaries on legal, regulatory, or compliance issues relevant to the business.
• Assist in maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including regulatory authorities and external advisers.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from an accredited institution.
• Must be called to the Bar in Ghana or another Common Law jurisdiction.
• 1–3 years of post-qualification legal experience, gained within a reputable law firm and/or as an in-house legal officer or legal associate in the telecommunications, technology, or a related sector.
• Demonstrated experience or exposure to commercial contract drafting, legal research, regulatory compliance, or corporate governance support will be an advantage.
• Experience working within Ghana or another Common Law jurisdiction is required; exposure to Liberia or Uganda will be considered an advantage.
• A Master of Laws (LL.M) degree from an accredited institution will be an added advantage.

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical, legal research, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft clear legal documents, memos, and correspondence.
• Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to analyze legal and regulatory issues and escalate complex matters appropriately.
• High level of professional integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Willingness to learn quickly and adapt to new legal and regulatory environments across multiple jurisdictions.