Senior Lawyer

Contract Review and Drafting:
Drafting and Review: Prepare, review, and negotiate Joint Operating Agreements (JOAs) to ensure compliance with industry standards, legal requirements, and company objectives;
Collaborate with internal departments and external parties to ensure contract terms align with company objectives and legal requirements;
Legal Expertise and Analysis:
Provide expert legal advice and guidance on complex issues related to oil and gas operations, ownership interests, contractual obligations, and liability sharing;
Conduct legal research and analysis on various oil industry-related topics, including regulatory compliance, environmental laws, contracts, and international trade;
Negotiations:
Participate in negotiations with external parties, including other companies, contractors, and stakeholders, to secure favorable terms and conditions in JOAs;
Regulatory Compliance:
Monitor and stay up-to-date with evolving laws, regulations, and industry standards that impact the oil sector;
Assist in developing and implementing compliance programs to ensure adherence to environmental, health, safety, and other relevant regulations;
Litigation Support:
Provide support to the legal team in managing legal disputes, including assisting in gathering evidence, preparing legal documents, and liaising with external legal counsel;
Corporate Governance:
Assist in maintaining corporate governance and legal documentation, including board minutes, resolutions, and entity formation;
Stakeholder Communication:
Communicate legal information and advice to internal stakeholders in a clear and concise manner;
Collaborate with external partners, including regulatory authorities and legal counsel, as needed.

Angolan nationality;
Law degree from an accredited law school and ability to practise law in Angola;
At least 5 years' experience in energy law, with an emphasis on drafting and negotiating Joint Operating Agreements (JOA) in the oil and gas sector;
Proficiency in legal research tools and databases;
Excellent research, analysis and problem-solving skills;
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders;
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines;
Team spirit, with a proactive and collaborative approach to work;
Ethical and professional conduct with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality;
Fluency in English.

Empresa líder em Petróleo e Gás / Mineração