Legal Counsel Francophone Africa

Legal Counsel – Francophone Africa

Position Overview

Barrick Mining Corporation is seeking a Legal Counsel to assist the Barrick legal team with the provision and administration of all legal and secretarial services to companies, projects and mining sites located in civil law jurisdictions and within the AME region, Francophone countries.

The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel to manage legal risks, support ongoing disputes, and contribute to the development of legal strategies aligned with the company’s operational and commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and other legal services to the Francophone countries where Barrick Mining Corporation operates, and effective decision making on regulatory matters and risk management.
• Draft, review and negotiate the full spectrum of commercial contracts necessary for the supply of legal services to companies, project and mine sites within AME Francophone countries, including confidentiality agreements, shareholder agreements, joint venture agreements, tenders, mining agreements, drilling contracts, facility agreements and security interest agreements.
• Support the Directors of AME Francophone countries at board meetings.
• Develop and manage strategies to ensure compliance with legal and statutory requirements and identify areas for improved corporate governance.
• Advise the boards of the AME Francophone countries and senior management on changes to relevant local legislation and regulations in the relevant AME Francophone countries, and their impact on the relevant project/ mine sites.
• Manage litigation and proceedings in AME Francophone countries.
• Assist in managing relationships with external law firms, including oversight of performance and legal spend. 
• Reporting to the Barrick legal team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, HR, finance, compliance) to proactively manage legal risk. 
• Contribute to the development of internal policies, procedures, and training related to litigation and dispute management.

Qualification Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer admitted in a civil law jurisdiction.

Experience and Skills Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ post-qualification experience in a civil law jurisdiction.
• Fluency in French and English, written and spoken, including legal drafting.
• Prior experience in the mining, natural resources, or energy sector is a plus.
• Experience managing external (local) counsel and working across multiple jurisdictions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice. 
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and work under pressure.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a global team.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within the AME region as required.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a multicultural and dynamic environment.
   

Why Join Barrick:

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses
• The ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organisation
   

We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.