Regional Legal Counsel

We are seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join the Africa Hub legal team. This role is primarily focused on corporate and commercial law, supporting the Group's growing operations across multiple African jurisdictions. Eleving Group is an international fintech company operating across 17 markets on three continents, offering vehicle and consumer financing solutions that drive financial inclusion in underserved communities. Africa represents a key growth region, and this role offers genuine cross-border exposure and Group-level visibility. We welcome applications from international candidates and are open to supporting relocation. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious legal professional looking to take on a pan-African role with real impact and career growth potential. This role reports to the Regional Head of Legal & Compliance. Relocation to Nairobi (Kenya) with travel across African markets is required.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, including financing agreements, vendor contracts, and service agreements; Oversee contract management systems and standardization to support consistent contracting across the region; Provide practical legal advice to business units on commercial and operational matters; Work cross-functionally with business teams to identify and address legal risks; Support regulatory and compliance matters where needed; Drive the development of internal legal policies and processes across the region; Oversee corporate governance processes and transactions, including corporate records and board and shareholder matters; Coordinate external counsel across the region where needed; Support the Regional Head of Legal and Compliance with any other legal or compliance matters as assigned.

Requirements

Master of Laws (LLM) degree from a recognised institution; Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree as the underlying qualification; Minimum 5 years of post-admission legal experience; Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts; Good commercial drafting and contract negotiation skills, with attention to detail; Ability to provide clear, practical legal advice in a business context, translating legal concepts into actionable guidance; Basic understanding of corporate governance principles and company law; Solutions-oriented, comfortable working with limited resources in a fast-paced environment; Good written and verbal communication skills in English; Organised and reliable, able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines; Collaborative and willing to work cross-functionally with non-legal teams; Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard legal research tools; Leadership potential to guide and develop junior legal staff across different markets.

Nice to have

Prior in-house legal experience within financial services, fintech, or other regulated sectors; Multi-jurisdictional legal experience; exposure to African markets; Some experience setting up or improving legal processes; Some exposure to regulated environments

Benefits

Monthly housing allowance and periodic flights back to your home country; Relocation support (flights to Nairobi, visas); Health insurance package for you and your family.