Head of Legal & Company Secretary at Levitikal Group

About the Role

• We are seeking a highly experienced Head of Legal & Company Secretary to lead our legal function and ensure corporate governance compliance. This strategic role involves providing expert legal counsel, mitigating regulatory and contractual risks, overseeing governance processes, and ensuring full compliance with statutory and legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory & Compliance

• Provide expert legal advice to the Board, executive leadership, and business units.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international laws and regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
• Manage litigation, disputes, and regulatory investigations, coordinating with external legal counsel.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks affecting the organization.

Corporate Governance

• Organize and facilitate Board meetings, AGMs, and committee meetings, including preparing agendas, minutes, and resolutions.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance best practices.
• Maintain statutory registers and records in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee timely filings with regulatory bodies, including Companies Registry and stock exchanges (if applicable).

Regulatory & Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with government agencies, regulatory authorities, and external stakeholders.
• Monitor legislative changes and advise on necessary policy and procedural updates.
• Represent the company in regulatory and legal matters.

Risk Management & Policy Development

• Develop and implement legal policies and frameworks to safeguard the company’s interests.
• Conduct legal risk assessments and ensure proactive risk mitigation.
• Train employees on legal and compliance matters, including data protection, anti-corruption laws, and corporate governance principles.

Key Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution; a Master’s degree is a plus.
• Qualified lawyer with accreditation from a recognized legal body.
• Membership with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is required.
• Minimum 6+ years of corporate legal experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience as a Company Secretary, with membership in a professional body such as ICSA (Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators) or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, governance, regulatory compliance, and contract law.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Excellent leadership and strategic thinking abilities.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• High integrity, ethics, and professional judgment.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple legal and governance responsibilities in a dynamic environment.