LEGAL & TAX COORDINATOR

Africa Global Logistics (AGL) Liberia is seeking a qualified, detail-oriented, and results-driven Legal & Tax Coordinator to coordinate the company's legal affairs, tax compliance, claims, and regulatory obligations.
The successful candidate will help safeguard the company's legal and financial interests, ensure timely compliance with applicable Liberian laws and regulations, coordinate external legal and tax advisers, and maintain effective communication with AGL Group Head Office.

Key Responsibilities

1. Legal Coordination and Contract Management

·        Coordinate the review, preparation, and management of contracts, agreements, and other legal documents in line with company policies and applicable legislation.

·        Maintain the contract register and monitor renewals, obligations, and compliance deadlines.

·        Liaise with external legal counsel and AGL Group Head Office on legal matters, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution.

·        Support dispute management, litigation follow-up, and legal advisory processes.

·        Identify potential legal risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures to management.

·        Ensure that relevant contracts incorporate applicable QHSE and compliance requirements.

·        Identify and escalate contractual clauses that may create significant financial, tax, liability or compliance exposure for the company 

2. Tax Compliance and Regulatory Filings

·        Coordinate compliance with applicable tax laws, regulations, and statutory obligations.

·        Work with Finance and external tax advisers to prepare and submit tax returns and statutory filings within established deadlines.

·        Liaise with the Liberia Revenue Authority and other relevant authorities on tax assessments, audits, reconciliations, and related matters.

·        Monitor changes in tax legislation and regulatory requirements and communicate their potential impact to management.

·        Coordinate tax controls and maintain appropriate supporting documentation.

4. Regulatory and Licensing Management

·        Coordinate the maintenance and renewal of company licenses, permits, registrations, and other statutory documents.

·        Monitor regulatory deadlines to ensure timely renewals and continued compliance.

·        Maintain accurate records of regulatory submissions and approvals.

·        Support regulatory audits, inspections, and requests for documentation.

5. Corporate Governance

·        Support the implementation of corporate governance standards and internal compliance requirements.

·        Coordinate the annual Board of Directors and shareholders' meetings in collaboration with external legal counsel.

·        Ensure proper preparation, filing, and retention of minutes, resolutions, and other statutory records.

·        Maintain organized and up-to-date corporate legal documentation.

6. QHSE and Compliance

·        Comply with AGL Group Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) policies and procedures.

·        Support compliance with applicable statutory QHSE requirements where legal or regulatory documentation is required.

·        Identify and report legal or regulatory compliance risks and support appropriate corrective actions.

Qualifications and Experience

·        Bachelor’s degree in law, Taxation, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

·        Three to five years of relevant experience in legal coordination, tax administration, regulatory compliance, or a similar role.

·        Experience liaising with external legal counsel, tax advisers, and regulatory authorities.

·        Knowledge of Liberian tax laws, statutory filing requirements, contract administration, and corporate governance.

·        Strong organizational, analytical, documentation, and report-writing skills.

·        Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

·        Ability to manage multiple deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and work effectively with local and international stakeholders.

• Excellent written and spoken English is required.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Performance will be assessed against agreed targets, including:

·        100% timely submission of applicable tax and statutory filings.

·        No penalties arising from avoidable legal or tax non-compliance.

·        Timely follow-up and processing of claims.

·        Effective coordination with external legal counsel and AGL Group Head Office within agreed response timelines.

·        100% timely renewal of applicable company licenses and permits.

·        Accurate and up-to-date contract, tax, and statutory registers.

 How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an updated CV and a cover letter highlighting their relevant qualifications and experience.

Apply to:
Human Resources Department
Africa Global Logistics Liberia Inc.

Reports To: Director of Finance & Administration

Email: lamb.bropleh@aglgroup.com
Email Subject: Application - Legal & Tax Coordinator

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. AGL Liberia is committed to fair recruitment and equal employment opportunities. All applications will be treated confidentially.