Legal and Compliance Officer at iRecruiters Africa Limited

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
• Monitor compliance with ISA 2025, SEC Rules, NGX Listing Rules, CAMA 2020, NDPA 2023, and other applicable regulations.
• Liaise with regulators and support inspections, filings, and audits.
• Assist in preparing board and committee meeting documents, minutes, and resolutions.
• Maintain statutory books and ensure timely regulatory filings.
• Identify and escalate legal and compliance risks.
• Support implementation of compliance frameworks, policies, and internal controls.
• Ensure data protection compliance in handling shareholders’ and clients' information.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• LL.B and BL (qualified lawyer in Nigeria).
• 4–7 years post-call experience in corporate/commercial law, compliance, or capital markets.
• Prior experience in a registrar, law firm, or financial services company is an advantage

Desired Competencies: 

• Strong legal drafting and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of securities regulation, capital markets, and governance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Integrity, attention to detail, and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.