Head, Litigation & Dispute Resolution at Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Plc

The Head, Litigation & Dispute Resolution is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s litigation and dispute resolution activities, providing strategic legal advisory support, managing legal risks, and ensuring effective representation and compliance in all legal matters to protect the organisation’s interests.

Minimum Requirements

1. A first degree in Law, i.e., LLB and Bachelor of Laws (BL).
2. A master’s degree is an added advantage.
3. Relevant training from mediation and conflict management programs
4. Membership of any of the following professional bodies is required: Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSA).
5. At least 8years’ 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.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Competencies 

1. Deep understanding of the laws and regulations governing the power industry
2. Deep understanding of Nigerian Company and Industrial/Labour laws
3. Deep understanding of corporate laws, securities laws & capital market
4. Deep understanding of the relationship between the mediation system and the court system
5. Ability to quickly grasp business issues/objectives and provide practical, innovative, and creative solutions
6. Broad experience and demonstration of competence in computer software packages including Microsoft Office (in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Broad experience and demonstration of competence in computer software packages including Microsoft Office (in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
7. Demonstrated success in managing and conducting a variety of litigation matters

Behavioural Competencies 

1. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
2. Excellent negotiation skills
3. Attention to Detail
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
5. Strong interpersonal skills
6. Strong managerial/administrative skills

Job Responsibility

1. Develops and drives the implementation of the organisation’s litigation and dispute resolution strategy, policies, and frameworks in alignment with corporate objectives.
2. Provides strategic legal guidance to Management on civil, criminal, regulatory, labour, and commercial matters that may impact the organisation’s operations and employees
3. Reviews emerging laws, regulations, and legal trends, and advises Management on their implications for the business while recommending appropriate compliance actions.
4. Oversees the management of all litigation, arbitration, mediation, and dispute resolution matters to ensure effective representation and favourable outcomes for the organisation.
5. Leads and manages relationships with external counsel, regulatory bodies, law enforcement agencies, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure efficient legal support and representation.
6. Supervises the maintenance and administration of the litigation and dispute resolution database, ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and timely reporting.
7. Reviews, approves, and enhances Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), policies, and processes relating to litigation and dispute resolution activities.
8. Coordinates with internal Functions to investigate, manage, and resolve disputes, regulatory issues, and breaches of internal policies or legal obligations.
9. Provides periodic and ad-hoc litigation status reports, legal risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to Executive Management.
10. Leads, mentors, and supervises the Litigation & Dispute Resolution team to ensure operational efficiency, professional development, and high performance.
11. Ensures effective management of legal risks, liabilities, and dispute-related exposures to protect the organisation’s reputation and business interests.
12. Performs other strategic and supervisory responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Legal Officer.