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KoBold MetalsSenior Project Development Counsel
KoBold Metals is seeking a Senior Project Development Counsel to shape and execute procurement and contracting strategies for the Mingomba mine development and other global capital…
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KoBold Metals is seeking a Senior Project Development Counsel to shape and execute procurement and contracting strategies for the Mingomba mine development and other global capital projects. Operating as part of an in-house legal team, this role supports the Chief Legal Officer and Deputy General Counsel while overseeing legal work for major infrastructure builds, supply chains, and complex negotiations. The ideal candidate possesses extensive owner-side experience handling large capital projects…
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KoBold Metals is seeking a Senior Project Development Counsel to shape and execute procurement and contracting strategies for the Mingomba mine development and other global capital projects. Operating as part of an in-house legal team, this role supports the Chief Legal Officer and Deputy General Counsel while overseeing legal work for major infrastructure builds, supply chains, and complex negotiations.
The ideal candidate possesses extensive owner-side experience handling large capital projects across heavy infrastructure, power, oil and gas, or mining sectors. This position suits an independent legal professional who thrives in a science-focused, collaborative environment spanning multiple time zones and continents. Responsibilities include drafting comprehensive contract suites using FIDIC and bespoke formats, engaging with international counterparties and state-owned utilities, and ensuring bankability terms align with project finance requirements.
Headquartered remotely with a strong preference for London or the U.S. East Coast, the position requires periodic international travel, including trips to Zambia. KoBold Metals provides a base salary ranging from USD 250,000 to 290,000 per year, supplemented by equity and benefits.
Responsibilities
- Oversee legal work relating to the development and construction of major capital projects
- Own the full range of global supply chain matters associated with company projects
- Lead the drafting and negotiation of complete contract suites for the Mingomba project and other capital initiatives
- Negotiate agreements with worldwide counterparties, equipment suppliers, contractors, and state-owned entities
- Collaborate with engineering, project management, HSE, and supply chain teams to integrate technical requirements into contracts
- Coordinate with the project finance team and lenders' counsel regarding the bankability of EPC and procurement terms
- Engage continuously across the organization to support overall business objectives
Requirements
- 15 to 20+ years of post-qualification experience
- Substantial recent owner-side experience on large capital projects in mining, heavy infrastructure, power, LNG, or oil and gas
- Law degree and active admission to practice in England
- Strong desire and capability to partner with and support the CLO and DGC
- Extensive drafting and negotiation background spanning EPC, O&M, infrastructure, and equipment supply agreements
- Experience dealing with international counterparties, operations, and global jurisdictions
- Ability to collaborate remotely across multiple time zones and continents
- High degree of independence with the capacity to drive processes forward autonomously
- Willingness to travel periodically, including to Zambia
Qualifications
- Admission to practice in a U.S. state or another common-law jurisdiction
- Background in mining, mineral exploration, or adjacent energy sectors like oil and gas
- Prior work experience in Zambia, the DRC, or the wider Copperbelt
- Familiarity with the Lobito Atlantic Railway or Dar es Salaam/Walvis Bay logistics corridors
- Project finance lender-side interface experience
- Mandarin language skills
- French language skills
Core Skills
Benefits
- Equity
- Benefits
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What is the salary for the Senior Project Development Counsel role?
The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is USD 250,000 to 290,000 per year, plus equity and benefits.
Where is the position located?
The role is fully remote, with London strongly preferred and the U.S. East Coast also possible. Candidates must be authorized to work in their jurisdiction of residence.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates must have 15 to 20+ years of post-qualification experience, featuring substantial recent owner-side work on large capital projects in heavy infrastructure, mining, power, LNG, or oil and gas.
Is travel required for this position?
Yes, the role requires periodic travel, including visits to Zambia and engagement with suppliers globally as required by the Mingomba project and other company initiatives.
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