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  • Posted: Sep 4, 2018
    Deadline: Sep 18, 2018
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    For 15 years we have been building and managing telecommunications towers that are the essential backbone of mobile telecommunications in Africa - the leapfrog technology driving economic development, prosperity and self-sufficiency across the continent. Right now, IHS is leading a new telecoms service sector driven by the growth of middle class business an...
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    Head, Dispute Resolution

    • Job Type
    • Qualification
    • Experience 14 years
    • Location Lagos
    • Job Field Law / Legal 

    Reports To: Legal Director

    Summary

    • Ensure effective management of all litigation and dispute resolution issues which impact the business.
    • Liaise with the Board of Directors, relevant functional areas, and affiliated entities to develop and implement strategies to protect IHS’s interests in internal and external disputes.

    Responsibilities

    • Monitor litigation (including any alternative dispute resolution mechanisms) by and against IHS and manage the organization’s legal exposure, including acting as the company’s primary liaison where contact and coordination with external counsel is required.
    • Ensure that IHS’ case and legal position in dispute resolution is adequately represented.
    • Establish and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
    • Continuously review activities of the Dispute Resolution team, make recommendations for improvement, and implement approved initiatives to enhance performance.
    • Monitor and study the impact of new laws, regulations, and legislation that may affect IHS’s activities or employees and make recommendations to the Legal Director.
    • Propose professional and strategic litigation and legal opinion management practices and procedures to the Legal Director to ensure consistent and prudent legal advice and action.
    • Assist in the review of all IHS policies to ensure that conditions of service are in line with Nigerian laws, especially labour laws.
    • Advise IHS on legal matters including any civil, criminal, contractual, telecom regulatory or labour laws that may affect IHS’s activities or employees (officers and directors).
    • Lead engagement of experienced and competent external solicitors to represent the company in disputes.
    • Coordinate the Company’s representation in legal actions and ensure timely settlement of case .

    Requirements, Education & Experience

    • Graduate law degree from preferred university.
    • 14+ years of relevant experience in the telecommunication regulatory field.
    • MBA / M.Sc. in any relevant discipline.
    • Considerable knowledge and understanding of Real Estate, Litigation and Landlord Relations.
    • Telecommunication industry experience preferred.

    Functional Competencies:

    • Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution Management
    • Regulatory, Compliance & Governance
    • Legal Professional Skills
    • Contract Management
    • Relationship Building
    • Service Level Management
    • Negotiation
    • Community/Landlord Relations

    Method of Application

    Applicants should send their CV's and Cover Letter to: talent@ihstowers.com indicating in the subject bar the name of the role.

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