Head of Legal & Regulatory (Madagascar)

About the role

Helios Towers is seeking a Head of Legal & Regulatory to lead its legal function in Madagascar. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will act as the principal legal advisor, minimise legal risk and support strategic growth across the telecom infrastructure business.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement the company’s legal strategy and governance framework.
• Advise senior leadership on legal, regulatory and compliance matters.
• Manage and mitigate legal risks across all business activities.
• Oversee contract drafting, review and negotiation, including complex agreements.
• Supervise litigation, disputes and relationships with external counsel.
• Act as Company Secretary, ensuring statutory and corporate governance compliance.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with regulators, investors, banks and public institutions.
• Support site acquisition activities, lease approvals and regulatory compliance.
• Provide legal support to HR, tax and other internal functions.
• Lead, develop and manage the legal team.

Required profile

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with a relevant legal degree.
• 5–7 years post‑qualification experience, including in‑house leadership.
• Experience in a listed company (FTSE 250 or equivalent).
• Strong regulatory and compliance background.
• Expertise in corporate and commercial law, M&A and financial transactions.
• Experience working across international or multi‑market environments.

Required skills

• Corporate governance, risk and compliance knowledge.
• Litigation and dispute management experience.
• High commercial awareness and business acumen.