As Africa Retail Finance Counsel, you will play a key role in supporting customer finance transactions across the African market. You will work closely with commercial teams, external legal counsels, customers and distributors to ensure smooth, compliant and business-oriented financing operations.
- Drafting, reviewing and managing finance agreements related to customer financing transactions in Africa
- Overseeing the full documentation process from negotiation to execution and registration
- Providing legal guidance and coordinating litigation matters when required
- Ensuring legal compliance while minimizing risks for the relevant Komatsu entities
- Acting as the main point of contact between external legal counsels, customers, distributors and internal stakeholders
- Supporting the commercial teams by ensuring timely and accurate implementation of financial transactions
- Prioritizing tasks based on business needs and commercial dynamics
- Identifying opportunities to improve contracts, documentation and legal processes
- Acting as a subject matter expert in commercial law within the African Division
- Reviewing insurance policies in collaboration with the commercial teams and brokers
- Contributing proactively to the continuous development and growth of the business
- Understanding the broader business impact of your work and contributing to the overall success of Komatsu Finance
- Master’s degree in Law (or equivalent through experience)
- 1–3 years of relevant experience
- Experience in trade finance/export finance is a plus
- Strong contract management skills from A to Z
- Pragmatic mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities
- Team player who enjoys working across cultures and jurisdictions
Good command of French and English
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At Komatsu, we believe in growing talent from within and creating meaningful international careers. You’ll join a dynamic and supportive environment where your expertise directly contributes to impactful business decisions across the African market.
Application possible via: [email protected]
