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 committed, vibrant, innovative, and strategically focused and business oriented Zambian nationals to fill the vacant positions below:

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.

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 remal rancs 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

• Full grade 12 certificate (5 levels) with credit or better in Mathematics and English
• Bachelor’s degree in Law
• Advocate of the High Court
• Masters degree is an added advantage
• At least 5 years’ experience in a senior management position
• Membership to a relevant professional body (LAZ).