Africa Retail Finance Counsel

Komatsu Europe International N.V.; Vilvoorde; Sur place; EUR 50 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Komatsu Europe International N.V. is looking for an Africa Retail Finance Counsel to manage customer finance transactions across Africa. The role involves legal guidance, contract management, and compliance oversight.

The ideal candidate should hold a Master’s degree in Law with 1–3 years of experience, preferably in trade finance. Proficiency in French and English is essential. Join a dynamic team committed to impactful business decisions and sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in finance or law.
• Experience in trade finance/export finance is a plus.
• Good command of French and English.

Responsabilités

• Draft and manage finance agreements for customer transactions.
• Oversee documentation process from negotiation to execution.
• Act as point of contact for legal counsels and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance and manage risks for Komatsu entities.

Connaissances

Contract management skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Financial transaction implementation

Multicultural communication

Formation

Master’s degree in Law

Description du poste

Komatsu is the 2nd largest worldwide manufacturer of construction, mining and utility equipment, and also delivers forest machines and logistics.

Currently there are almost 300 people working at the Komatsu Europe Headquarters and Parts distribution center in Vilvoorde (Belgium): technical experts, sales profiles, logistic and administrative staff, etc. These people come from wide-ranging backgrounds and jobs, and share common characteristics such as perseverance, commitment, analytical skills, efficiency and trustworthiness: the very image of Komatsu machines.

Are you a legal professional with a passion for international business, finance, and complex cross-border transactions? Do you thrive in a multicultural environment where law meets commercial impact? Then this opportunity at Komatsu Finance Europe might be your next career step.

Africa Retail Finance Counsel

As Africa Retail Finance Counsel, you will play a key role in supporting customer finance transactions across the African market. You will work closely with commercial teams, external legal counsels, customers and distributors to ensure smooth, compliant and business-oriented financing operations.

Key responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing and managing finance agreements related to customer financing transactions in Africa
• Overseeing the full documentation process from negotiation to execution and registration
• Providing legal guidance and coordinating litigation matters when required
• Ensuring legal compliance while minimizing risks for the relevant Komatsu entities
• Acting as the main point of contact between external legal counsels, customers, distributors and internal stakeholders
• Supporting the commercial teams by ensuring timely and accurate implementation of financial transactions
• Prioritizing tasks based on business needs and commercial dynamics
• Identifying opportunities to improve contracts, documentation and legal processes
• Acting as a subject matter expert in commercial law within the African Division
• Reviewing insurance policies in collaboration with the commercial teams and brokers
• Contributing proactively to the continuous development and growth of the business
• Understanding the broader business impact of your work and contributing to the overall success of Komatsu Finance

What we are looking for:

• Master’s degree in Law (or equivalent through experience)
• 1–3 years of relevant experience
• Experience in trade finance/export finance is a plus
• Strong contract management skills from A to Z
• Pragmatic mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities
• Team player who enjoys working across cultures and jurisdictions
• Good command of French and English

Why join Komatsu?

At Komatsu, we believe in growing talent from within and creating meaningful international careers. You’ll join a dynamic and supportive environment where your expertise directly contributes to impactful business decisions across the African market.

Do you know what's our purpose? We are creating value through manufacturing and technology innovation to empower a sustainable future where people, business, and our planet thrive together.