As M-Pesa Africa strengthens its footprint across the continent, Safaricom has opened an exciting senior leadership position: Executive Head – Legal and Regulatory Affairs. This role is tailor-made for legal experts who understand financial services and are passionate about driving regulatory excellence across multiple African markets.
A High-Impact Leadership Role
The Executive Head will oversee all legal, compliance, regulatory and intellectual property matters for M-Pesa Africa, ensuring the business aligns with both local and international standards. This is a critical role for a company whose operations span different countries—each with unique legal and regulatory landscapes.
The job goes beyond managing legal risks; it involves influencing policy direction, guiding strategy, and strengthening M-Pesa’s positioning in the increasingly complex mobile financial services environment.
Major Areas of Responsibility
In this role, you will be expected to:
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Lead the drafting, negotiation, and management of major M-Pesa contracts
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Provide expert legal guidance on compliance, employment law, IP matters, corporate governance, and new legislative developments
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Support regulatory planning during product development and market expansion
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Manage disputes and litigation arising from business operations
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Support operational companies (OpCos) by providing regulatory perspectives in product and business planning
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Represent M-Pesa Africa in policy forums, regional institutions, and global events
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Monitor and interpret regulatory shifts in African fintech markets
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Collaborate with internal audit and risk teams on compliance audits
This job demands a combination of legal expertise, regulatory insight, and business strategy.
What Qualifications Do You Need?
Safaricom is looking for applicants with:
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A Law degree from a reputable institution
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A Kenya School of Law Diploma
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10+ years of regulatory experience in financial services
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Strong leadership and communication skills
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Experience navigating regulatory frameworks across African markets
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Additional certifications in areas such as AML, arbitration, legislative drafting, IP law, or negotiation
If you’re a legal professional seeking a senior-level role with continent-wide influence, this opportunity offers an unmatched platform.
Application Process
Interested candidates who meet the requirements can submit their applications directly through the official Safaricom jobs portal.
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