Manager – Legal Services

About the role

The Zambia Postal Services Corporation is seeking a qualified and experienced Manager – Legal Services to lead its legal department at the Lusaka Main Post Office. This senior position will oversee all legal matters, ensure compliance, and protect the corporation’s interests.

Key responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on corporate, commercial, procurement, employment, and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, negotiate and monitor contracts, agreements and memoranda of understanding.
• Represent the corporation in courts, tribunals and arbitration, managing litigation and dispute resolution.
• Offer board secretarial support for subsidiaries, including preparation of work plans, agendas, notices and resolutions.
• Protect and manage intellectual property rights and ensure compliance with data protection and digital regulations.
• Supervise, mentor and develop Legal Officers and other departmental staff.

Required profile

• Full Grade Twelve certificate with at least five merits, including English and Mathematics.
• LLB degree and admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Zambia with a valid Legal Practicing Certificate.
• Membership in the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ); a Master’s in Law is an advantage.
• Minimum three years post‑admission experience, with at least two years in a supervisory role within a corporate or quasi‑government institution.

Required skills

• Legal drafting, research and analytical abilities.
• Litigation, advocacy and contract management expertise.
• Strategic thinking, compliance and risk management.
• Leadership, mentoring and team‑building capabilities.
• High integrity, professionalism and meticulous attention to detail.