Legal Counsel at Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Plc

Job Description

• To provide support unit leads in the execution of legal activities in the Company ( Location: Ogun; Osun; Ibadan; Oyo; Kwara)      

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing professional legal advice on dispute resolution issues and litigations
• Conducts extensive research on the impact of new laws, regulations and legislation that may affect IBEDC and its operations and suggest recommendations
• Assists in documenting the company’s policies and procedures and ensuring that they meet regulatory requirements
• Assists in managing IBEDC’s legal exposure
• Assists in the development and implementation of procedures for contract management and administration in compliance with company policy.

Competence Requirements

• Good understanding of corporate laws, securities laws & capital market
• Basic knowledge of the power industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability of conducting legal research

Qualifications and Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• A first degree in Law i.e. (LLB) and Bachelor of Law (BL)
• A relevant post-graduate degree would be an added advantage

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 3 years’ experience in a legal function
• At least 1 year experience providing litigation and dispute resolution services in a top-tier law firm or in industry