Legal director, Africa | Metso
Isabel Joseph
Legal director, Africa | Metso
What are the most significant cases, projects and/or transactions that you and/or your legal team have recently been involved in?
We have successfully concluded a series of high value supply contracts and framework agreements with key customers in our market area, which adds value and enhances our business by streamlining operations and strengthening risk mitigation.
How do you approach managing legal aspects during periods of instability or crisis to ensure the organisation’s resilience?
By prioritising proactive risk assessment, clear governance structures, and quick, informed decision making. This includes stabilising contractual positions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining open communication with leadership. The implementation of practical mitigation strategies protects business continuity.
How can general counsel foster a corporate culture that supports ESG principles and compliance across all levels of the organisation?
By embedding ethical governance into everyday decision making, ensuring clear policies and training across all levels, and working closely with leadership to align ESG objectives with business strategy. Promoting transparency, encouraging accountability, and integrating ESG considerations into risk management and compliance processes help create an organisation-wide commitment to responsible and sustainable practices.
How does your team contribute to the overall business strategy of the company?
By offering commercially-focused legal guidance, strengthening governance frameworks, and supporting key transactions and partnerships, our legal team helps create a stable foundation for sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
Legal director, Africa | Metso