LESOTHO ELECTRICITY COMPANY (PTY) LTD
VACANCY
Legal Officer
Corporate Secretariat Department
ECSD: CSD 005
Date: 18/02/2026
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Lesotho Nationals for the above‑mentioned position. The position is tenable in the Corporate Secretariat Department. The incumbent will be responsible to the Head: Legal, Risk & Compliance.
Qualifications, Experience & Other Requirements
• Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB)
• Master of Laws (LLM) will be an added advantage
• Four (4) years’ relevant experience in:
– Legal, Risk and Compliance administration
– Corporate governance support
– Board and Committee Secretariat Services
– Contract drafting and review
– Provision of sound legal advisory services in a structured corporate or regulated environment
• Demonstrable experience supporting senior management and/or Board of Directors, including preparation of Board papers, drafting minutes, and maintenance of statutory registers
• Strong analytical and legal research capabilities
• High level of integrity
• Computer literacy is essential
Key Performance Areas
Legal & Risk Management
• Provide legal advice on contracts, legislative compliance, and disputes
• Represent LEC in Labour Court, Labour Appeal Court, and Court of Appeal
• Review and provide legal advice on tender documents
• Review ongoing cases and advise management
• Liaise with external lawyers to ensure the organisation enjoys the best legal representation
• Monitor progress of outstanding litigation and manage external counsel
Contract Administration
• Draft and review contracts governing LEC’s relationships with suppliers, contractors, and third parties
• Participate in contract negotiations with trading and business partners
Legal Compliance
• Develop and review LEC policies to ensure national legal compliance and alignment with applicable international protocols
• Assist in interpretation of all laws affecting LEC business
• Undertake research and provide legal opinions on legal matters affecting LEC
• Review and advise on legal implications of internal policies and procedures
Secretarial Support
• Provide professional and administrative support to the Corporate Secretary in executing statutory, governance, and compliance functions
How to Apply
Interested, suitably qualified candidates must email their applications together with educational certificates and transcripts to:
📧 [email protected]
Deadline: 05 March 2026
Important:
Candidates MUST download and complete the official application form available on the LEC website:
🔗 www.lec.co.ls → Opportunities → Careers
Enquiries
☎️ 5227‑2110 / 5227‑2147