Legal Manager

Velex Advisory is a trusted business growth and advisory firm, providing strategic consulting, market entry support, compliance advisory and capacity-building services across Africa. We work with startups, SMEs, corporates, and investors to unlock growth opportunities, streamline operations, and navigate complex markets
Through our network, we connect clients with partnerships, funding opportunities, and market intelligence to help them scale successfully.

Legal Manager

Main responsibilities:

• draft, review and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts with a focus on service agreements, share purchase agreements (including other related corporate documents), license agreements, NDAs etc;
• conduct comprehensive legal research on various issues related to the company’s operations, including regulatory changes and industry-specific laws, provide practical recommendations thereto;
• advise on intellectual property matters including trademark registration and enforcement, assist with licensing applications and regulatory fillings;
• assist in ensuring the company’s compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including corporate governance, labor laws, intellectual property, and environmental laws;
• provide legal advice and guidance to internal departments on a variety of matters, such as corporate governance, labor disputes, commercial transactions, and intellectual property;
• prepare and maintain legal documents, including case files, contracts, reports, and corporate records. Ensure that all filings are made in compliance with deadlines and legal requirements;
• assist in dispute resolution processes, including mediation, arbitration, or settlement discussions;
• liase with external counsels and regulatory bodies on the relevant matters;
• work closely with the business, finance, HR, and other departments to identify and mitigate legal risks and ensure smooth business operations.

• master's degree in law;
• 2+ years of proven experience working in a corporate law firm or similar role;
• solid knowledge of contract law, corporate law, intellectual property;
• excellent drafting, analytical, legal research skills, ability to analyze complex legal issues;
• strong attention to details and ability to manage multiple projects;
• previous experience in licensing processes (e.g. gaming, financial or tech sectors);
• familiarity with international legal frameworks;
• excellent written and spoken English, communication skills, with the ability to explain legal matters in a clear and concise manner;
• attention to details and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively;
• strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• ability to handle confidential information with discretion.