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Due Diligence Coordinator
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General informations
A leading Port Operator with 100% right to operate a container terminal. Government of Sierra Leone is a 20% equity owner. Has installed state- of-the-art equipment for effective and efficient operations.nt!
Job description
Job Title
LEGAL, TAX AFFAIRS & INSURANCE MANAGEMENT
Due Diligence Coordinator
Contract Type
PERMANENT
Job Location
Africa, Sierra Leone, FREETOWN
Working Hours
Mission Description
Role Overview
The Due Diligence Coordinator will oversee and execute daily legal screening activities across AGL's digital platforms. The role covers sanctions screening, sponsorship vetting, and general legal support, ensuring that all third-party engagements and business operations comply with international regulations, internal policies, and contractual obligations
Profile
Key Responsibilities
Due Diligence Screening
• Conduct daily screening of third parties (suppliers, clients, intermediaries, truckers, sponsors) using the required Risk and Compliance Management software, Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Systems
• Review and validate integrity forms, supporting documents, and due diligence questionnaires submitted via the required Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Systems
• Monitor and update the status of third parties in the platform, escalating high-risk or non-compliant cases to HQ as required.
• Ensure all third-party onboarding, evaluation, and approval/rejection processes are compliant with group policies and international regulations.
Sponsorship & Philanthropy Screening
• Review and vet sponsorship and philanthropy partners for compliance with group policies and legal requirements.
• Ensure all sponsorship agreements include appropriate compliance and sanctions clauses.
Sanctions & Export Control Screening
• Perform systematic screening against international sanctions lists (OFAC, EU, UN, UK, SECO, etc.) for all relevant transactions and third parties.
• Advise on and implement export control procedures, including verification of goods, end-use, and licensing requirements.
• Respond promptly to suspected or confirmed sanctions violations, coordinating investigations and reporting to management and authorities as needed.
General Legal Support
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, ensuring inclusion of compliance, anti-corruption, and sanctions clauses.
• Provide legal advice on day-to-day business operations, risk mitigation, and regulatory developments.
Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain accurate records of all screening, due diligence, and compliance activities in accordance with retention policies.
• Prepare regular reports on compliance status, risk assessments, and legal issues for management.
Training & Awareness
• Deliver or support training sessions for staff on sanctions, export controls, and compliance procedures.
Promote a culture of compliance and ethical conduct across the organization
Qualifications & Experience
• Law degree and qualification to practice law.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in law, or corporate legal roles, compliance, preferably in an international or logistics environment.
• Strong knowledge of international computer systems
Core Competencies
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• High ethical standards and attention to detail.