Legal & Compliance Manager at Infrastructure Credit Guarantee (InfraCredit)

To ensure seamless project execution, strong contractual governance, and effective compliance management throughout the TCDD process, InfraCredit seeks to engage the services of a Legal & Compliance Manager. This role will provide support across contractual administration, compliance monitoring, and documentation management for GRHEF-supported projects. The Legal & Compliance Manager will work closely with the transaction team, including Transactors, Transaction Legal, and Transaction E&S, to support project preparation, consultant engagement, TCDD processes, credit approval, and post-financial close monitoring, ensuring all documentation and compliance requirements are efficiently managed.

Scope of Work:

The Legal & Compliance Manager’s responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

Contractual Administration & Documentation Management

• Support the preparation, review, and administration of contracts, engagement letters, and agreements with developers, consultants, and partners.
• Maintain a centralized repository of all project-related legal and contractual documents.
• Track contractual obligations, deliverables, and timelines across all GRHEF projects.
• Ensure completeness, accuracy, and proper filing of all project documentation.
• Support coordination of contract execution, renewals, and amendments.

Compliance & Regulatory Coordination

• Monitor compliance with InfraCredit policies, regulatory requirements, and development partner guidelines.
• Support implementation of internal compliance checklists and controls across projects.
• Track compliance status for all projects and flag gaps, risks, or non-compliance issues.
• Ensure proper documentation and audit trails for all project-related activities.
• Coordinate responses to internal and external audits and compliance reviews.

Documentation Control & Information Management

• Develop and maintain structured document management systems for all GRHEF projects.
• Ensure version control, proper filing, and easy retrieval of all project documents.
• Standardize documentation templates, naming conventions, and filing protocols.
• Support preparation and compilation of complete project documentation packs for internal and external use.
• Ensure confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive project information.

Due Diligence & Transaction Support

• Support documentation and coordination of TCDD processes across technical, legal, and E&S workstreams.
• Ensure all due diligence documentation is complete, organized, and accessible for review.
• Track progress of consultants and ensure timely submission of deliverables in line with contractual obligations.
• Assist in preparation and organization of transaction documentation, including credit approval packs.
• Coordinate communication between internal teams and external consultants to ensure alignment and efficiency.

E. Additional Responsibilities

• Document lessons learned from project operations, compliance, and documentation processes.
• Support development of standard templates, checklists, and operational tools.
• Contribute to knowledge management and e-learning materials for GRHEF.
• Provide support for investor and donor reporting requirements (from a documentation and compliance perspective).
• Assist in improving operational efficiency, workflows, and document management systems.

Deliverables:

The Legal & Compliance Manager shall be responsible for providing the following key deliverables:

 Contractual Administration & Documentation Deliverables

• Executed Contracts and Agreements Repository, maintained and updated regularly.
• Contract Tracking Logs, detailing obligations, timelines, and deliverables.
• Complete and Verified Project Documentation Packs for each project.
• Document Control System ensuring proper versioning, accessibility, and audit readiness.

Compliance & Regulatory Deliverables

• Compliance Checklists and Monitoring Reports for all projects.
• Audit-Ready Documentation and Compliance Records.
• Compliance Gap Analysis Reports with recommended corrective actions.
• Periodic Compliance Status Updates across the project portfolio.

Documentation Control & Information Management Deliverables

• Centralized Document Management System for GRHEF projects.
• Standardized Templates and Filing Protocols for all project documentation.
• Document Indexes and Registers for easy tracking and retrieval.
• Secure and Confidential Information Management Framework.

Due Diligence & Transaction Support Deliverables

• Organized TCDD Documentation Packs for each project.
• Consultant Deliverables Tracking Reports aligned with contractual timelines.
• Inputs into Transaction Documentation (e.g., credit approval packs).
• Coordination Logs and Communication Records across stakeholders.

Strategic Operations & Value-Add Deliverables

• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), templates, and compliance checklists.
• Process Improvement Notes to enhance documentation and compliance efficiency.
• Knowledge Products and E-learning Materials for GRHEF operations.
• Documentation inputs for investor and donor reporting.

End-of-Year / Contract Completion Deliverables

• Annual Operations and Compliance Report across all projects.
• Lessons Learned and Process Improvement Report.
• Updated Documentation and Compliance Database.
• Recommendations for strengthening contractual and compliance processes.

Expected Outcomes/Results:

The workstream is expected to deliver the following outcomes:

• Improved Contractual and Documentation Management: Well-structured, complete, and accessible project documentation across all GRHEF projects.
• Enhanced Compliance and Governance: Strong adherence to regulatory, legal, and internal compliance requirements.
• Improved Project Coordination and Efficiency: Streamlined processes and better coordination across internal teams and external consultants.
• Improved Investment Readiness: Complete and well-organized documentation supporting faster transaction processing and approvals.
• Reduced Operational and Compliance Risks: Early identification and mitigation of contractual, documentation, and compliance risks.
• Enhanced Due Diligence Processes: Efficient coordination and management of TCDD activities.
• Data-Driven Operational Decision-Making: Availability of tracking tools, logs, and reports for effective management.
• Ecosystem Strengthening: Improved operational standards and compliance practices across developers and partners.
• Documented Lessons Learned: Captured insights to improve future project operations and compliance processes.
• Capacity Building and Knowledge Development: Development of tools, templates, and training materials to strengthen GRHEF operations.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Candidates for the role should meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in law.
• Relevant professional certifications in legal, compliance, or governance are desirable.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in legal support, compliance, contract management, or project operations roles.
• Demonstrated experience in contractual administration, documentation management, and compliance monitoring.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance frameworks and documentation standards.
• Experience supporting due diligence processes or transaction execution is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and document management skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and document management systems.