Legal Advisor

ABOUT USAt TOPPAN Security, our mission is to shape a meaningful, technology-driven future by being a global leader in mission-critical identity and payment technologies.We serve as the international development arm of the TOPPAN Group in the security domain founded in 1900. TOPPAN is a trusted Japanese brand renowned for its commitment to exceptional quality. Building on this legacy, we combine bold ideas, deep sector expertise, and collaborative intelligence to deliver secure, future-ready solutions.Our culture is grounded in four core values: Agility, Ownership, Resilience, and a Sense of Fun. We move fast, lead with accountability, grow through challenges, and bring positive energy into everything we do.Join us and be part of a global, collaborative team where trust and innovation drive everything we do.ABOUT THE ROLE Job Description Toppan Security Ethiopia is seeking a smart, detail-oriented Legal Advisor to join our team. You will support day-to-day legal operations across our operations, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, managing contracts, overseeing litigation matters, and providing legal and company secretariat support across operational functions. This role is ideal for someone with both in-law firm and in-house experience, particularly in fast-paced, high-growth sectors such as Manufacturing, Technology. Key ResponsibilitiesLegal Advisory & SupportProvide sound legal advice on company operations, employee matters, commercial decisions, and new business initiatives.Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for business implications, especially relating to Operations, manufacturing and tech-related transactions. Contract & Documentation ReviewDraft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including service-level agreements (SLAs), vendor/supplier contracts, NDAs, employment contracts, partnership agreements, Labour related agreements.Ensure contract templates are current and compliant with legal standards.Compliance & Regulatory SupportMonitor and interpret legal and regulatory changes that affect business activities.Support internal teams with compliance requirements (e.g., data protection, tax, licenses, financial regulations, Labour related compliances).Assist in preparing documentation for compliance audits and regulatory submissions.Dispute, Litigation & Risk ManagementManage and oversee litigation matters, including pre-action processes, court proceedings, and settlement negotiations.Collaborate with external counsel, prepare case strategies, and support hearings or arbitration when required.Identify legal risks and recommend mitigation steps for operational and transactional matters.Corporate & Company Secretariat SupportMaintain and organize legal documentation and filings.Support with board documentation, meeting resolutions, shareholder communications, and regulatory filings.Ensure statutory compliance with corporate governance requirements and maintain company registers.Provide company legal support to the Board of Directors and relevant committees when deemed necessary.ABOUT YOUKey Qualifications & RequirementsMA. In Laws, Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) with relevant, valid Law school graduate certifications from a recognized institution.7+ years of experience, ideally a combination of both, in-law firm and in-house legal work exposure is required.Experience in corporate Commercial Law, Contract Management, Regulatory  Advisory, Litigation Management at a Court of Law, Industrial Labour relations and litigations management exposure is required.Familiarity with Business, Supply-Chain, Tech or Tech-enabled services, Investments, knowledge and exposure in a Manufacturing setting is an added advantage.Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks with deadlines.Proficiency in legal research, Microsoft Office, document, reporting data analysis management tools.High ethical standards and a proactive, business-friendly mindset.Relevant certifications to appear in Ethiopia Federal & Oromia Courts is an advantage.Business Lawsuits exposure is an added advantage.Amharic, English and additional local language knowledge is an advantage.TOPPAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, or disability.