Key Facts

Remote From:

Full time

Senior (5-10 years)

English

Hard Skills

Bank Compliance Financial Law Commercial Laws Regulatory Compliance Legal Risk Contract Management Contract Management Regulatory Compliance Dispute Resolution Corporate Governance Mergers And Acquisitions Contract Management Due Diligence Litigation Management Stakeholder Communications Legal Strategy Policy Development In-Licensing Stakeholder Engagement

Other Skills

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Business Acumen
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Collaboration
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Adaptability
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Communication
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Leadership
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Strategic Thinking
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Mentorship

Mukuru

Financial Services

About Mukuru

Mukuru is one of the largest money transfer providers in Africa and a leading Next Gen Financial Services Platform that offers affordable and reliable financial services to the emerging consumer. The foundation of our business was built by providing the continent’s migrant diaspora with safe, convenient international money transfers. From this base we have grown a wide range of products and services that take their cue from our customers’ needs and aspirations for greater financial security and a better life. To this end, we continue to build a highly robust and resilient physical and digital financial payments infrastructure across Africa that unlocks new value-added services for our loyal customers. This includes cash transfers, Mukuru Funeral Cover, and the Mukuru Card. As a fintech provider, Mukuru has underpinned its successful customer engagement strategy with the ability to ‘speak the language’ of its users and gain a grassroots understanding of the unique pain points that customers face in each market. Our engagement platforms include WhatsApp, free USSD, the Mukuru App, and the website. Customers are always able to speak to Mukuru about any challenges or difficulties with the platform, whether it’s a Mukuru agent in a physical booth, at a branch, over the telephone, or via a virtual live chat function in a language of the customer’s choosing, and often in their mother tongue. Take a walk through our Contact Centre at any time, and you’ll hear conversations in 15 languages – our very own united nations of Africa and Asia.

Company type: SME

Industry: Financial Services

Founded: 2018

Company size: 501 - 1000

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Job description

At Mukuru, we’re not just moving money we’re creating access, opportunity, and impact across borders. As we continue to scale across Africa, the UK, and Europe, we’re looking for a Lead Legal Counsel who can help us navigate complexity, manage risk and enable smart strategic growth.

Why this role matters

This is more than a legal role it’s a strategic leadership position at the heart of a fast-growing fintech. You’ll partner with senior leaders, influence business decisions, and ensure we grow responsibly while staying compliant across multiple jurisdictions.

What you’ll do

Provide strategic legal advice across the business, guiding key decisions and mitigating risk
Lead and manage complex, multi-jurisdictional legal matters, including high-value transactions
Oversee contract drafting, negotiation, and management across all business units
Drive regulatory compliance and licensing efforts across multiple territories
Partner with leadership to support business strategy, expansion, and innovation
Manage legal risks, disputes, and litigation, ensuring the Group’s interests are protected
Support and lead M&A activities, from due diligence to execution
Build and mentor a high-performing legal team, fostering growth and collaboration
Strengthen policies, governance, and legal frameworks across the organisation

What you bring

An LLB or equivalent legal degree and admission as an Attorney (or equivalent)
8+ years’ post-qualification experience, ideally in top-tier law firms or financial institutions
Strong expertise in commercial, fintech, banking, and regulatory law
Proven experience handling large-scale, high-risk, cross-border transactions
Exceptional contract drafting and negotiation skills
Experience working across Africa, the UK, and/or Europe (advantageous)
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate legal complexity into practical advice

What sets you apart

A strategic thinker who can balance risk with business opportunity
A confident leader with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
Highly adaptable, thriving in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Strong communicator with the ability to simplify complex legal concepts
A collaborative mindset with a passion for building and mentoring teams

I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!!

Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.

If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS