Junior Legal Officer at Northwest Petroleum & Gas Company Limited

Main Key Responsibilities: –

• Support in the provision of internal advisory services on legal matters related to the operation of the company.
• Support dispute resolution function, and negotiations under supervision
• Support corporate activities to ensure conformity with the applicable laws.
• Assist in preparing and monitoring companywide compliance checklists
• Provide support in regularization of Annual Returns with CAC – Court attendance, Legal searches, and monitoring title perfection processes at applicable land registries.
• Act as the liaising officer with external counsel to follow-up and ensure quick closure on litigations
• Assisting in contract lifecycle management – preparation, drafting, vetting and negotiation of agreement
• Assist with monitoring and filling of completed contracts and other corporate documents.
• Assist with the preparation of board resolutions and extract of minutes, schedule of meetings etc.

Qualification/Experience/Key Competencies: –

• A minimum of LL.B, BL degree at Second Class (Upper Division) or above.
• 3-5 years Post Call (with 3 years in a law firm). At least 2 years oil & gas Industry experience is an advantage
• Leadership skills – Excellent Business Writing Skills
• Experience on engaging with relevant government, maritime, local content agencies, etc.
• Good relationship management and communication abilities for interaction with internal/external parties.
• Proactiveness with a high sense of confidentiality is most crucial.