**Job Descriptions for Legal Team - Boaz Trading PLC**
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### **1. Corporate Attorney**
**Department**: Legal
**Reports to**: Head of Legal
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Structure and negotiate high-stakes agreements to support Boaz’s domestic and international operations, including partnerships with Hawassa Industrial Park and Cannes Film Festival organizers.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Draft and review contracts for manufacturing, logistics, and international collaborations.
- Advise on corporate governance, mergers, and joint ventures.
- Ensure compliance with Ethiopian commercial law and international trade regulations.
- Resolve disputes with suppliers, partners, and stakeholders.
**Qualifications**
- Law degree from an accredited university; Ethiopian Bar Association membership.
- 5+ years in corporate law, preferably in textiles or international trade.
- Experience with cross-border agreements and industrial park partnerships.
**Skills**
- Contract drafting and negotiation.
- Fluency in Amharic and English.
- Knowledge of Ethiopian Investment Proclamation.
**Benefits**
- Health insurance and wellness programs.
- Annual professional development stipend (e.g., LL.M. sponsorship).
- Relocation allowance for non-Addis residents.
**Application Instructions**
Submit resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to legalcareers@boaztrading.com with subject line “Corporate Attorney Application.”
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### **2. Intellectual Property (IP) Lawyer**
**Department**: Legal
**Reports to**: Head of Legal
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Protect Boaz’s cultural and creative assets by trademarking Ethiopian designs (e.g., Aksumite crosses) and enforcing IP rights globally.
**Key Responsibilities**
- File trademarks and patents for Boaz’s motifs and product lines in key markets (Ethiopia, EU, U.S.).
- Monitor and litigate against counterfeit products or copyright infringements.
- Advise designers on IP ownership for collaborative collections (e.g., Cannes x Lalibela).
**Qualifications**
- Law degree with specialization in intellectual property.
- 3+ years in IP law, ideally in fashion or cultural heritage.
- Registered to practice with the Ethiopian Intellectual Property Office (EIPO).
**Skills**
- Proficiency in IP management software (e.g., Anaqua).
- Multilingual skills (Amharic, English, French preferred).
- Strategic thinking to balance cultural preservation and commercialization.
**Benefits**
- Travel opportunities for international IP conferences.
- Performance bonuses for successful trademark registrations.
- Flexible hybrid work model.
**Application Instructions**
Email resume, IP portfolio examples, and EIPO registration to ipjobs@boaztrading.com.
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### **3. Compliance Officer**
**Department**: Legal
**Reports to**: Head of Legal
**Location**: Hawassa Industrial Park, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Ensure Boaz meets Ethiopian labor laws, AGOA standards, and international ethical guidelines across all operations.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Manage AGOA certification for U.S. exports, including annual audits.
- Conduct factory inspections to enforce Fair Trade and GOTS compliance.
- Train staff on anti-corruption, labor rights, and environmental regulations.
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, or Compliance.
- 4+ years in compliance roles, preferably in textiles/manufacturing.
- Expertise in AGOA, ILO standards, and Ethiopian Proclamation 1156/2019.
**Skills**
- Risk assessment and audit management.
- Fluency in Ethiopian legal frameworks.
- Data analysis for compliance reporting.
**Benefits**
- Quarterly performance bonuses.
- Paid certifications (e.g., Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional).
- Housing allowance for Hawassa residency.
**Application Instructions**
Apply with resume and a compliance audit case study to compliance@boaztrading.com.
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### **4. Contracts Manager**
**Department**: Legal
**Reports to**: Head of Legal
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Negotiate and manage supplier, logistics, and artisan agreements to secure cost-effective and ethical partnerships.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Draft and finalize contracts with Bahir Dar cotton farmers, DHL Logistics, and Italian fabric suppliers.
- Ensure terms align with Boaz’s sustainability and fair-trade commitments.
- Maintain a centralized contract repository and renewal calendar.
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, or Supply Chain Management.
- 3+ years in contract management, preferably in procurement or textiles.
- Experience with Ethiopian contract law and INCOTERMS.
**Skills**
- Negotiation and conflict resolution.
- Proficiency in contract lifecycle management (CLM) software.
- Detail-oriented with multitasking ability.
**Benefits**
- Flexible work hours and remote work options.
- Annual team retreats to artisan partner communities.
- Mobile data stipend for remote access.
**Application Instructions**
Send resume and a sample negotiated contract (redacted) to contracts@boaztrading.com.
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### **5. Regulatory Affairs Specialist**
**Department**: Legal
**Reports to**: Head of Legal
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (with remote EU liaison)
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**
Navigate complex EU sustainability laws and global trade regulations to ensure seamless exports of the Cannes Collection.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Monitor and implement EU regulations (e.g., Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, REACH).
- Prepare compliance documentation for EU customs and U.S. FTC.
- Liaise with Ethiopian Textile Development Institute (ETDI) on export certifications.
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Law, or Environmental Science.
- 3+ years in regulatory affairs, preferably in apparel exports.
- Knowledge of EU Circular Economy Action Plan and Ethiopian export protocols.
**Skills**
- Regulatory research and policy analysis.
- Proficiency in French or German (preferred for EU markets).
- Cross-cultural communication.
**Benefits**
- Membership to international trade associations (e.g., International Trade Council).
- Paid travel for EU regulatory workshops.
- Competitive salary tied to export compliance success.
**Application Instructions**
Submit resume and a brief analysis of EU sustainability laws impacting textiles to regulatory@boaztrading.com.
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**Why Join Boaz’s Legal Team?**
- Protect Ethiopia’s cultural heritage while enabling global trade.
- Work at the intersection of tradition and innovation.
- Competitive benefits aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
Boaz Trading PLC values diversity. Women, minorities, and candidates from artisan communities are strongly encouraged to apply.