Legal and Compliance Manager at Kursi Investment Limited

Objective

The Legal and Compliance Manager will be responsible for overseeing all legal and compliance matters within the organization, ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This role involves providing strategic legal counsel, managing contractual and regulatory compliance, mitigating risks, and fostering a culture of ethical conduct. The Legal and Compliance Manager will work closely with senior leadership and other departments to ensure legal and regulatory standards are embedded across all operations and decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory and Governance

• Provide strategic legal advice to senior management and key stakeholders to support organizational goals and decision-making.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to protect the organization's interests.
• Monitor and advise on legal developments, ensuring the organization remains compliant with all applicable laws and regulations.

Compliance Management

• Develop and implement compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures to align with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments to identify and address gaps or potential violations.
• Ensure timely filing of statutory returns and adherence to regulatory reporting obligations.

Risk Mitigation

• Identify legal risks and implement strategies to mitigate potential liabilities.
• Lead the development of protocols to address regulatory investigations or legal disputes.
• Oversee dispute resolution processes, including litigation, arbitration, or mediation, as necessary.

Training and Awareness

• Design and deliver training programs to educate employees on legal obligations, compliance standards, and ethical practices.
• Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, and compliance within the organization.

Stakeholder Engagement  

• Serve as the primary liaison with external legal counsel, regulatory bodies, and other third parties on legal and compliance matters.
• Represent the organization in legal and regulatory proceedings as required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) and a professional qualification to practice law in Nigeria (BL).
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in legal and compliance roles, preferably in a corporate or regulatory environment.
• Proven expertise in contract law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of Nigerian legal and regulatory frameworks, including labor laws and industry-specific regulations.
• Experience in conducting compliance audits and managing legal risks.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Integrity, discretion, and a commitment to ethical standards.

Performance Metrics

• Timely and accurate delivery of legal and compliance advice.
• Reduction in legal and regulatory risks and incidents.
• Completion of compliance audits and resolution of identified issues.
• Adherence to legal and regulatory reporting deadlines.
• Employee participation and feedback on compliance training programs.

Guiding Principles

• Kursi has zero-tolerance for sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, human trafficking, child abuse and exploitation. Any violations of these principles and policies will be treated as serious misconduct.
• Kursi is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, and socioeconomic background. 
• Female candidates are strong recommended to apply.