Legal Counsel, Supply Chain

The Manager, Legal – Supply Chain will provide strategic legal support to the Supply Chain function and corporate stakeholders, helping the business operate safely, responsibly, and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You will play a key role in protecting and creating value through high-quality legal advice, effective contract management, and risk mitigation across complex commercial and operational activities.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain & Commercial Contracting

• Provide expert legal advice to the Supply Chain function, supporting complex and high-value commercial activities.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including construction, infrastructure, and power-related agreements.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to structure and finalize contractual arrangements with third parties.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and commercial risks.
• Support dispute resolution strategies related to supply chain contracts.
• Manage external legal counsel where required.
• Ensure compliance with local and international legal and regulatory requirements.
• Stay current on legal developments and industry best practices.

Corporate Legal Support

• Contribute to the delivery of legal services across Corporate Functions.
• Monitor legal processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support enterprise legal risk monitoring and reporting.
• Provide input on litigation strategy and ongoing or emerging disputes.

Governance & Company Secretarial

• Support corporate governance activities and stakeholder requirements.
• Maintain statutory records and manage regulatory filings with relevant authorities.
• Assist with Board and committee processes, including preparation of materials, agendas, and minutes.

Safety & Sustainability

• Promote a strong safety culture by identifying and mitigating risks.
• Support environmental and sustainability objectives aligned with company values.

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent legal degree.
• Admission to practice as an Attorney or Advocate.
• Legal project management experience or certification is advantageous.

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 8 years’ post-qualification experience (in-house or private practice).
• Strong background in commercial and corporate law.
• Proven expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and implementation.
• Experience in complex, multinational environments.
• Knowledge of the mining or resources value chain is highly desirable.
• Exposure to governance and company secretarial practices.