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Senior Legal Counsel — Regulatory & Compliance at TANESCO

Position Overview

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Compensation: TSh6,000,000 - TSh9,000,000/month

Experience: 7-10 years

Position: Senior

Type: Job

Practice Area: Regulatory Law

Remote: No

Posted: Mar 20, 2026

Deadline: Dec 31, 2026

Job Description

TANESCO is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to manage regulatory and compliance matters within the company's Legal Department. The role involves liaising with EWURA on tariff applications and regulatory approvals, advising the Board on governance matters, managing litigation, and ensuring compliance with the Electricity Act, Environmental Management Act, and other applicable legislation.

Responsibilities

TANESCO is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to manage regulatory and compliance matters within the company's Legal Department. The role involves liaising with EWURA on tariff applications and regulatory approvals, advising the Board on governance matters, managing litigation, and ensuring compliance with the Electricity Act, Environmental Management Act, and other applicable legislation.

Requirements

LLB from a recognized university, LLM preferred. Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania. Minimum 7 years' PQE, with significant experience in energy regulation, public sector law, or in-house corporate practice. Deep knowledge of EWURA regulatory frameworks, the Electricity Act, and the Public Corporations Act. Experience managing external counsel and litigation portfolios.

Perks & Benefits

Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning

Compensation

TSh6,000,000 - TSh9,000,000/month

Practice Area

Regulatory Law

Position

Senior

Education Requirements

Postgraduate degree

Experience Requirements

8 to 10 years

Industry

Energy & Utilities

Bar Admission Requirements

Bar Admission Required: Yes

Applicant Location Requirements

Applicants must be located in: US

Application Contact

Contact: TANESCO Hiring Team

Application Deadline

December 31, 2026

Employment Type

Full time

Senior Legal Counsel — Regulatory & Compliance