Corporate and Commercial Practice at Alan & Grant

As an Associate in our Corporate Commercial Practice, you will play a pivotal role in providing legal counsel to our diverse clientele. You will work on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, collaborating with experienced lawyers and gaining exposure to complex transactions with a strong knowledge of corporate commercial/energy law.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on corporate and commercial law matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support clients' business objectives.
• Assist in due diligence processes and corporate transactions.
• Provide legal support in mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring, corporate governance, company secretariat, intellectual property, entertainment law, fintech, energy law, and other notable practice areas in the Corporate & commercial Practice.
• Be knowledgeable in the following but not limited to areas;
• Commercial Acumen
• Legal Communication Skills
• Client Management
• Team Management
• Knowledge and Application of Corporate Law
• Knowledge and Application of Energy Law
• Stay updated on changes in corporate commercial laws and regulations in Nigeria.

Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Attention to detail and a meticulous approach to legal work.
• Business acumen and the ability to understand clients' commercial goals.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.
• Sound judgment and ethical integrity.
• Minimum of 4 years of post-call experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Bachelor's degree in law from a recognized institution.
• Qualified and licensed to practice law in Nigeria (BL).
• Proven experience in handling corporate transactions and commercial contracts.
• Strong research and legal drafting skills.
• Proficiency in legal software and research tools.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.