Lead, Litigation and Dispute Resolution at Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company

Location: Ikeja
Specialization: Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Job Description

• To manage and steer the execution of all litigation and dispute resolution activities within the company.      

Responsibilities

• Participates in the formulation and implementation of litigation strategy and policy formulation
• Advise the organisation on legal matters including any civil, criminal, regulatory or labour laws that may affect IBEDC activities or employees
• Assist in the review of all the organisation’s policies to ensure that conditions of service are in line with applicable labour laws
• Stay abreast of new laws, regulations and legislation to determine their impact on the organisation’s activities or employees and make recommendations to the Head, Legal
• Act as the primary liaison with external counsel and ensure effective relationship management
• Manage litigation cases, manage the organisation’s legal exposure and ensure adequate representation is provided

Competence Requirements

• Deep understanding of the laws and regulations governing the power industry
• Deep understanding of Nigerian Company and Industrial/Labour laws
• Deep understanding of corporate laws, securities laws & capital market
• Deep understanding of the relationship between the mediation system and the court system
• Strong negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications and Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• A first Degree in Law i.e. (LLB) and Bachelor of Law (BL)
• A Master's Degree is an added advantage
• Relevant training from mediation and conflict management programs

Professional Qualification:

• Membership of any of the following professional bodies is required: Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSA)

Desired Experience:

• At least 8 years' experience in a legal function with at least 5 years' experience providing litigation and dispute resolution services in a top-tier law firm or in the utilities industry.