Compliance & Liaison Officer

Section/ Unit: Legal & Compliance
Department: General Administration
Job reports to: Compliance Manager
Direct Reports: None
Cardinal Namdini Mining Limited (CNML) is a subsidiary of Shandong Gold Mining Co. Ltd., which is duly listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) and Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKSE). CNML is developing its’ primary asset located in the Upper East Region of Ghana with a strategic vision to build a world-leading, highly valuable and responsible world-class gold mining enterprise.

 

Job Purpose

To ensure the company operates in full compliance with applicable laws and internal policies, while maintaining effective communication and coordination with government authorities, regulatory bodies, legal advisors, and other external stakeholders.

 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Compliance Management

• Monitor the company’s compliance with local laws, industry regulations, and internal policies.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating internal compliance procedures and manuals.
• Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure regulatory filings, licenses, and permits are obtained and renewed in a timely manner.
• Support internal and external audits related to compliance matters.
• Maintain accurate records of compliance documentation and correspondence.
• External Liaison & Government Relations
• Act as the key point of contact between the company and government agencies, regulatory bodies, and local authorities.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with relevant stakeholders to facilitate smooth communication and approvals.
• Coordinate and support inspections, site visits, and external evaluations.
• Track changes in laws and regulations and advise the company accordingly.

Visa & Immigration Support

• Handle visa applications and immigration formalities for expatriate staff and visitors, including business visas, visa on arrival, work/residence permits.
• Liaise with immigration authorities, embassies, and relevant government agencies to ensure timely and compliant visa processing.

Legal Liaison Support

• Assist the Compliance Manager in coordinating with external legal advisors or law firms on compliance-related matters.
• Support the preparation and review of legal documents and ensure timely communication between internal teams and external legal counsel.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare regular reports on compliance status, risk issues, and government interactions.
• Maintain a database of official correspondence, approvals, licenses, and permits.
• Support the preparation of legal or regulatory response letters as needed.

Training & Awareness

• Assist in organizing compliance training sessions for staff.
• Promote awareness of company policies and ethical standards among employees and contractors.

Required Skills or Experience

Minimum qualification (s)

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Public Administration, Business, or a related field.

Experience (Minimum)

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a compliance, legal, liaison, or visa-related role

Knowledge (In-depth)

• Familiar with mining industry related regulation and act.

 

Skills

• Strong knowledge of local regulatory and immigration procedures.
• Experience interacting with government offices, embassies, and legal firms is highly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both in English and the local language.
• High integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

 

Leadership and Behavioural Attributes

• Competent Leadership and Conflict Management
  Competent interpersonal relations

How To Apply

When applying, please follow the guidelines below to maximize the success of your application:

• Include an application/ introductory letter of not more than 1 page, explaining why you believe you are the most suitable for the role you are applying for
• Include your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and limit it to a maximum of 5 pages
• Include copies of relevant academic certificates
• Include copies of relevant professional certifications
• Please put the job title you are applying for as the subject heading in the e-mail
  Applications, together with a detailed CV and the relevant proof of qualifications, should be addressed
  to: HR Manager, Cardinal Namdini Mining Limited, No.4 Luanda close, East Legon, Accra, Ghana: GA377-0113
• Please send all the relevant documents/applications electronically by attachment (preferably in PDF or
  MS Word)

 

Closing Date: 4th May, 2025

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

 

Disclaimer

CNML is an equal-opportunities employer and does not ask for money transfers (payments or considerations)
from job applicants during ANY stage of the recruitment process. Any applicant/ job-seeker who pays any
money/consideration to any person (within or outside CNML) with an expectation or a promise of getting /
offering a job does so at his/her own risk.

 

Note

Please note, employers receive numerous applications per posting and will only shortlist the most qualified
candidates. Also PPC is not involved in any decision made by an employer/recruiter and therefore
does not guarantee that applications sent will result in a candidate being shortlisted/selected for that position.