Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL) is a national Railway of Zambia. The Company specialises in transporting heavy cargo in the Southern African Development Community (SADC), as well as running a local passenger train service. The area of product specialization is freight-bulk cargo and passenger rail services to the satisfaction of all Stakeholders. The Company therefore seeks the services of a committed, vibrant, innovative, and strategically focused and business oriented Zambian national to fill the vacant positions below of:
JOB TITLE:
LEGAL COUNSEL
DIRECTORATE:
LEGAL AND ESTATES
SUPERVISOR:
COMPANY SECRETARY
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To provide legal guidance, advise and legal representation of the company in all legal issues including representing the company in litigation by and against the company in courts of law, Judicial and quasi-Judicial bodies efficiently and effectively.
GRADE AND REPORTING LINE
This is a Senior Management position in Salary Grade RM 3 in the structure of the Company reporting to the Company Secretary..
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Practical drafting, analysis, and synthesis of legal documents.
• Ensure the Company operates within a proper legal framework and is safeguarded against risks.
• Settlement of cases in court against ZRL.
• Supervision of external Lawyers handling cases for and on behalf of ZRL.
• Ensure the Company is in compliance with all governing laws and regulations.
• Participate in ensuring prompt submission of Board papers.
• Ensure signed lease agreements with all clients.
• Participate in the development of rental rates policy and guidelines for conflict management.
• Conduct legal research and provide technical expertise and advice on all legal and real estate matters.
• Adherence to all safety protocols and guidelines.
• Adherence to all statutory laws and regulations, protocols, and guidelines.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
i. Full grade 12 certificate (5 ‘0’ levels) with credit or better in Mathematics and English
ii. Bachelor’s degree in Law
iii. Advocate of the High Court
iv. Masters’ degree is an added advantage.
v. At least 5 years’ experience in a senior management position.
vi. Membership to a relevant professional body (LAZ).
Applicants who meet the respective stated qualifications and experience should submit their applications with detailed curriculum vitae with certified copies of their academic and professional qualifications including details of three (3) traceable referees and their contact numbers not later than 17:00hrs on Friday 19th June, 2024 to: to both email addresses
[email protected]
&
[email protected]
Women are encouraged to apply
Applications must be addressed to:
Director Human Resource and Administration
Zambia Railways Limited
1st Floor Shitima House
P.O Box 80935
K A B W E
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted