Join a dynamic legal team managing complex dispute resolution, litigation, and arbitration cases, while supporting key M&A, trading, and corporate projects. This role offers a unique blend of contentious and transactional legal work across international markets.Senior Legal Counsel Dispute Resolution & Strategic ProjectsOperating across 17+ countries, this leading energy company specializes in trading, distribution, and infrastructure, supporting industrial and maritime sectors across African markets.DescriptionDispute Resolution: Handle pre-contentious and contentious cases, including litigation, arbitration, claims, and mediations, ensuring strategic management and reporting of high-value disputes.Corporate & Commercial Support: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including M&A, project finance, and operational contracts.Business Advisory: Provide legal counsel to trading desks and regional offices, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations (including OHADA law, GDPR, and IP matters).Board & Governance: Support board meetings, prepare resolutions, and oversee corporate governance matters across affiliates.ProfileDispute Resolution Expert: Proven track record in handling complex, cross-border disputes, litigation, and arbitration - ideally in the energy, infrastructure, or commodities sectors.Versatile Legal Advisor: Strong background in M&A, finance, and commercial contracts, with exposure to both civil and common law jurisdictions.International Mindset: Fluent in French and English, with experience navigating legal landscapes in Africa (OHADA law) and Europe.Resilient & Strategic: Proactive, solution-focused, and comfortable managing high-pressure cases with commercial sensitivity.Job OfferA front-row seat in high-stakes disputes and strategic business projects.International exposure and career development in a fast-paced, evolving industry. jid8baca9cafr jit0313afr