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Head : Litigation & Dispute Management
JOB CODE - 1007
Position Title
Head: Litigation and Dispute Management
Business Unit / Function
Legal
Location
Lagos, Nigeria
Department
Litigation & Dispute
Written By
Administrative Reporting to: (Please provide position title)
Legal Director
Approved by:
Functional Reporting to: (Please provide position title)
Legal Director
1. JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for all Litigation matters concerning Airtel Networks Limited (the “Company”) with responsibility at Head office and across all regions. Reporting directly to the Legal Director.
2. ORGANISATIONAL CHART
3. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Interfaces and liaises with external counsel in all litigation matters
- Receive all court processes on behalf of the Company
- Initiate court proceedings through external counsel to protect the rights of the Company, as may be required
- Recommend to Legal Director external counsel to represent Company after reviewing competence, track record and proficiency with regards to the particular matter
- Formulate case management strategy with external counsel for the approval of the Legal Director
- Monitor compliance and adherence of external counsel to case management strategy
- Review outcomes with documented expectations and formulate remedial actions in case of unexpected outcomes
- Ensure execution/enforcement of judgments that are favourable to the Company
- Manage the team of external counsels throughout
- Alternatively, take all steps as are necessary to prevent the execution of any judgment, order or award against the Company or against representatives of the Company
Implementation of effective legal Risk Management practices
- Implement efficient monitoring system for risk reporting and management of cases
- Maintain a log of risks flagged and reported by various units to the Legal Directorate
- Liaise with relevant business units and make recommendations to Management with regard to managing, avoiding or terminating such risks
- Prepare a report of risk management recommendations to Internal Audit for monitoring
Implementation of proactive alternative dispute resolution mechanism.
1. Receive all disputes against the Company as may arise from the Company’s operations
2. Formulate a resolution strategy for the approval of the Legal Director
3. Implement the approved resolution strategy and obtain the best settlement deal for the Company
4. Alternatively, advise the Company on when and on what terms to close negotiations
Other Dimensions
(Indication of some of the significant volumes associated with the job like number in team/ staff handled
subscriber base, etc.).
§ No. of direct reports: 2 External Solicitors: 54 about 25 which can be used on adhoc basis on a case by case basis and based on the region the case emanates from.
§ Currently the volume of cases is in the region of 232 cases.
4. SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Educational Qualifications & Functional / Technical Skills
· Bachelor of Laws (LLB);
· Call to the Nigerian Bar (BL);
· Master of Laws (LLM) degree may be an added advantage
Relevant Experience (Type of experience and minimum number of years)
- Minimum of 7 years post qualification experience with a reputable law firm
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in the commercial legal environment
- Candidate must have up-to-date knowledge of including, but not limited to, Nigerian Law, Case Law, Court Rules and Processes, Case Management, Legal Risk Management, ,Dispute Resolution, People and Resources management, Management of Law Enforcement Agencies / Governmental Agencies
Other requirements (Behavioural etc.)
- Ability to manage the litigation portfolio and give advice to Management as required;
- Ability to work diligently and efficiently;
- Ability to work with minimal supervision;
- Ability to travel often and at short notice;
- Sound Computer skills (including word processing, use of databases and search tools);
- Verbal and Written Communication skills;
- Ability for strong follow up and attention to detail;
- Customer / Client Service Orientation;
- People management skills;
- Honesty, integrity and commitment to the common goals and values of the organization; and
- Confident, team player, voracious reader with analytical mind, a desire to excel and a passion for the job.
Company Secretariat & Compliance
JOB CODE 1005
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title
Company Secretariat and Compliance
Business Unit / Function
Legal
Location
Lagos, Nigeria
Department
Company Secretariat and Compliance Legal
Written By
Administrative Reporting to: (Please provide position title)
Legal Director
Approved by:
Functional Reporting to: (Please provide position title)
Legal Director
JOB PURPOSE
To provide and effectively support the Company Secretariat and Governance Unit by ensuring the Company complies with its statutory obligations prescribed under the Companies and Allied Matters Act, its constituting documents and its by-laws and to manage discrete tasks to support governance duties of the department.
ORGANISATIONAL CHART
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Expected End Results
Supporting Activities
Ensure proper and accurate Records are maintained
Ensuring that up to date statutory and other records are maintained.
.
Documents which are required to be filed by law must be filed on a timely and accurate basis in accordance with the relevant legislation/by-law
Draft minutes and other Legal documentation maintain accurate records and archives of
Documentation within the Company.
Corporate and Company secretarial matters.
Deal with queries and requests from shareholders; monitor shareholder communications through and maintain proper records.
Prepare and collate documentation for Board Pack/Board Meeting.
Keep up to date files on application of the Company Seal and resolutions
Monitor developments in company secretarial practice and related areas of the law, and,
Preparation of documents or forms for certification by the Company Secretary and shareholders
To assist in enhancing work-flows and systems of the secretarial department
Any other duties as and when assigned from time to time.
Compliance
Assist in the implementation of the Company’s business ethics and compliance program
Assist in ensuring that all areas of the business are aware of the code of ethics and regulations.
Archive and file all such records as are required under the Company’s ethics and business conduct program
Other Dimensions
No. of direct reports:
External Solicitors: ___________________
Usual documentation volume: __Scheduled Quarterly board and board committee meetings, minutes and resolutions resulting therefrom, ethics training programs from time to time, yearly related party disclosures, seasonal gift disclosures____________
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Educational Qualifications & Functional / Technical Skills
Bachelor of Laws (LLB);
Call to the Nigerian Bar (BL);
Master of Laws (LLM) degree may be an added advantage
Relevant Experience (Type of experience and minimum number of years)
3-5 years cognate experience in handling company law/commercial -related legal matters in a top-tier law firm or company secretarial/governance function of a large-size company. Work experience in a company registered with the Convention for Business Integrity will be an advantage.
Candidate must have up-to-date knowledge of
Company law and Company Secretarial practice
Governance and Compliance practice (International Best practice);
Corporate and Commercial law;
Telecommunications industry structure and business models
Office routines and company administrative procedures
Other requirements (Behavioural etc.)
Ability to make informed business decisions
Integrity and Confidentiality
Time management and planning skills
Highly organized
Disciplined
Must be a team player
Dynamic and Resourceful
Positive attitude
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Contracts Drafting & Review
JOB CODE 1006
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title
Contracts Drafting and Review
Business Unit / Function
Legal
Location
Lagos, Nigeria
Department
Commercial Legal
Written By
Administrative Reporting to: (Please provide position title)
Legal, Director
Approved by:
Functional Reporting to: (Please provide position title)
Legal, Director
JOB PURPOSE
To review and effectively implement the entry into commercial contracts by advising on contracts related points of law, managing discrete tasks involving legal matters to support the department.
ORGANISATIONAL CHART
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Expected End Results
Supporting Activities
Ensure corporate and commercial transactions agreements are drafted and processed within the Quality and Time Standards agreed with the respective business units of the Company.
Familiarize self with provisions of the Company DOA and relevant policies on Contract Documentation
Check and ensure that instructions to prepare contracts are well documented by User Groups and approved in line with the provisions of Company DOA
Ensure that the set timelines and standards are adhered to
Source proper forms of documentation for each type of transaction
Ensure that drafted document covers all issues and adequately protects the Company’s interests
Ensure Contract sign-off form is properly executed by all stakeholders reflecting a summary of relevant clauses and deviations
Ensure proper management of contract in accordance with the stipulated policies and processes
Supporting the Department in respect of Company’s corporate & commercial matters including Intellectual Property matters
Obtain proper instructions for registration of intellectual property from the relevant User Group
Immediately take steps to register marks requiring registration
Follow up with the regulatory bodies to ensure that all queries raised in the registration process are addressed and cleared
Flag any breach of the Company’s Intellectual Property rights and take steps to reprimand perpetrator in accordance with the legal provisions
Liaise with external counsel
Ensure that proper instructions are obtained from the internal User Group that requires the external legal services
Enumerate the Company’s objective for each brief to the external advisors and agree delivery timelines and costs which must be within budget
Monitor delivery and ensure that expected standards are met
Review the advice provided by external counsel to ensure that solutions are provided or collaborate with external advisor until a solution is proffered
Escalate matters to manager on a regular basis as required
Other Dimensions
No. of direct reports:
External Solicitors: _____about 10 which can be used on adhoc basis______________
Usual documentation volume: __an average of about 30 contracts and documents a month____________
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Educational Qualifications & Functional / Technical Skills
Bachelor of Laws (LLB);
Call to the Nigerian Bar (BL);
Master of Laws (LLM) degree may be an added advantage
Relevant Experience (Type of experience and minimum number of years)
3-5 years cognate experience in handling contractual /commercial-related legal matters in a top-tier law firm or large size commercial enterprise.
Candidate must have up-to-date knowledge of commercial law, including, but not limited to:
Legal drafting;
General contract law;
Contract Management
Corporate and Commercial law;
Telecommunications industry structure and business models; and
Employment law and practice.
Intellectual Property law
Other requirements (Behavioural etc.)
Ability to make quick and informed business decisions
Ability to work long hours
Ability to manage effectively
Must possess sound knowledge of commercial and business issues
Must be a team player
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Legal Assistant
JOB CODE 1007
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title
Legal Assistant
Business Unit / Function
Legal
Location
Lagos, Nigeria
Department
Legal
Written By
Administrative Reporting to: (Please provide position title)
Legal, Director
Approved by:
Functional Reporting to: (Please provide position title)
Legal, Director
1. JOB PURPOSE
(Briefly describe the general purpose of the position or its significance from the
organisation's point of view and how it contributes to the overall mission/objective
Of the organization).
Effective and efficient filing, archiving, research, library management and general administration to increase work productivity of the Legal Directorate.
2. ORGANISATIONAL CHART
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3. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Provide administrative support to staff in the Directorate
1. Receive, dispatch and record correspondence received or issued by the directorate
2. Ensure documentation and contract execution within stipulated timelines.
3. Effective Library Management
4. Ensure all files are up to date, complete and properly filed
5. Perform records research
6. Perform rudimentary legal research
7. Coordinate research
8. Check legal forms for accuracy
9. Prepare reports
10. Prepare correspondence
Facilitate departmental provisioning
1. Prepare, process and retire purchase requisitions, advance forms, travel and subsistence forms, operational expense approval forms, expense reimbursements and such other administrative forms as may be from time to time required
2. Coordinate travel documents and approvals for the department
3. Order, stock and distribute office supplies for the department
4. Responsible for raising and processing all requisitions for the department on Oracle accounting package
5. Ensure prompt settlement of Business Partners’ professional fees
6. Interface with departments to clear hindrances to the prompt payment of Staff and Business Partners.
Provide general support services within the directorate
· Report preparation including Board and Committee packs within time and quality standards ensuring that such consumables and equipment required for same are available and are in good working condition
· Report defective tools to the appropriate quarters and ensure swift resolution are proffered to address the issues as they arise
4. DIMENSIONS
§ Usual documentation volume: Daily stationery requirements, library books and law reports, daily processing of advances, retirements, fees, daily receipt and dispatch of departmental correspondence etc., daily contract and documentation sign off by company functionaries ____________
5. SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Educational Qualifications & Functional / Technical Skills
· Good bachelor’s degree;
· Post graduate qualification may be an added advantage
Relevant Experience (Type of experience and minimum number of years)
- 3-5 years cognate post qualification experience in a top-tier law firm or large organization.
- Candidate must have up-to-date knowledge of the internal and granular activities of a legal department, including, but not limited to:
- Legal research;
- Good writing and communication skills
- The ability to prioritize and work under a tight schedule
- Computer skills
- In depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles
- The ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy
Other requirements (Behavioral etc.)
· Analytical and numerate
· Attention to detail
§ General office Management skills
§ Accounts and Administrative skills
§ Leadership traits; and
§ Ability to interact effectively with people
§ Computer skills (including word and excel processing, use of databases and search tools)
§ Communication skills
§ People management skills
· Ability to work long hours
· Ability to manage effectively
· Must possess sound knowledge of commercial and business issues
· Must be a team player
Senior Manager, Site Deployment
Job Code: 5024
1. Job Purpose
Plan, Direct and Deploy all Identified Network Projects and Programs to ensure High Speed of Time to Market. This role must guarantee synergy, effective and efficient resource utilization, cost optimization and Return on investments to deliver on Business goals and +1 Network experience.
2. Key Accountabilities
Expected End Results (“WHAT”)
Supporting Activities (“HOW”)
1. To ensure Sites and Erlangs deployment as stipulated in Annual Operating Plan (Financial& Strategy)
· Achieve budget approval to all Project Costs and ensure monitoring process for remote infrastructure implementation/integration
· Create Project Tracking Systems and ensure continual improvements in Business Model.
· Evaluate all Service Level agreements, partner with all stakeholders to achieve positive customer experience and optimize costs
· Operate as single point of Contact for all projects and Programs impacting on Network
· Ensure areas that are controlled by Network impacts on gain in market share
· Ensure innovative resource planning
2. Speed of Execution of Roll outs & Installation and Commissioning of Core Network (Customer)
· Ensure that the speed to market exceeds competition and first time resolution( FTR)
· Provide plans and Set up process of Increasing network coverage in strategic revenue generating locations
· Determine and Manage strict timelines and quality delivery in a multi-vendor environment with Ericsson & Huawei.
· Provide plans to Improve network coverage in Collaboration with business & planning team
· Propose and review Roll out of cabinet expansion and transmission as per network priorities by collaborating with commercial for the identification of new areas and deployment of the network.
· Establish systemic process for the supervision of installation of new Network Devices with future capacity plan
· Track Deployment, Relocation & Upgrades as a part of Program Management Support to Network Operations
3. Logistics and Project Management
· Establish departmental process to align to PMI process for all projects and enforce strict adherence.
· Ensure Management of CWIP( Capital work in Progress) to deliver on equipments not be obsolete in warehousing.
4. Regulatory and Statutory Compliance
· Ensure all necessary documentation for regulatory compliance is adequate and readily available
· Ensure all statutory permissions required for deployment have been approved and documented.
5. Partner and Supply Chain Management
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· Provide support and Ensure effective process of Partner management of Service Provide and Infrastructure vendors. Establish procedure for Improving rollout and maintenance vendor and subcontractor performance to ensure regular follow-up and objective measurements.
· Developing a win-win relationship by setting common goals and objectives.
· Ensure and monitor timely release of site request( SR) and Service Order with Tower Company and SP
· Provide platform for seamless sharing of sites with other Tower Company for effective and speedy deployment.
· Review site sharing activities with the telecom vendors and ensure that all the sites are inside the rental brackets and required permitting (environmental etc) are secured in time to avoid project delays
· Partner with Supply Chain Management Team and Validate the requests and raise the purchase of new hardware based on standards.
· Ensure and coordinate various activities with Supply Chain Management for Warehousing & Dispatching of network element to specific locations.
· Track and Follow-up on material delivery for the network rollout (Local & imported)
3. Skills & Knowledge
Educational Qualifications & Functional / Technical Skills
§ Any university degree In Engineering.
§ Professional qualification in Project Management Techniques
Relevant Experience
§ 8-10 years experience in the Telecom sector
§ 5-8 years in deployment of GSM and/or 3G.
§ Experience of managing multiple complex Network projects simultaneously
§ Evidence of successful project delivery with wide geographical spread
§ Experience in Site Planning and Use of Map Info and planning tools
Other requirements
§ Strong Numeric skills
§ Critical Thinking Skills
§ Business Acumen
§ Eye for details
§ Environmental Knowledge
§ Communication skills
§ Project management
§ Process Quality
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