Legal, Compliance Officer & Executive Assistant to CEO at Cardinal Torch Company Limited

Legal

• Liaison with all the subsidiaries within Cardinal Torch, service providers, external legal advisers, and government agencies.
• Maintenance and review of Legal Agreements.
• Developing and overseeing that Cardinal Torch meets its compliance obligations under relevant laws and the requirements of regulatory authorities.
• Negotiation, drafting and implementation of the terms of agreements in all business contracts and agreements.
• Responsible for providing legal support in controlling customer complaints to mitigate the risk of litigation
• Review all documentation that has legal implications for the company prior to execution and implementing.
• Ensure all contracts and commitments are brought to the attention and notice to the Company Secretary for vetting and approval.

Compliance

• Review of all relevant statutory laws and regulations applicable to the Cardinal Torch Company and ensure compliance with these.
• Ensure that business activities are conducted in conformity with all applicable laws, regulations, internal policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all regulatory permissions remain current and appropriate for business needs.
• Continual compliance risk assessment of company practices together with the development of internal policies and procedures, compliance training and protocols.
• Serve as liaison for all regulatory bodies as well as maintaining relationships with relevant legal bodies and trade associations.
• Keep abreast of regulatory developments and industry initiatives and advise management accordingly.
• Liaise with third parties, together with the company’s management, that wish to understand the company’s control environment, compliance policies and procedures.
• Provide reporting with respect to regulatory requirements and developments
• Develop compliance checklists and prepare compliance reports, as and when due
• Inform the Internal Audit unit of any findings as regards non-compliance that may require investigation
• Ensuring compliance with best practices
• Any other duties as required by the Unit head.
• Executive Assistant to CEO

Responsibilities:

Reporting directly to the President and CEO, the Executive Assistant provides executive support in a one-on-one working relationship. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the Office of the Chief Executive Officer.

The Executive Assistant also serves as a liaison to the board of directors and senior management teams; organizes and coordinates executive outreach and external relations efforts; and oversees special projects. The Executive Assistant must be creative and enjoy working within a small, entrepreneurial environment that is mission-driven, results-driven and community oriented. The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. The Executive Assistant will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.

JOB REQUIREMENTS 

• Bachelors of Law Degree from a Reputable University in Nigeria Or Accredited Tertiary Institution: (Second Class Degree)
• Qualified Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria with at least 4– 6years Experience.
• Preferable Experience with Trade and Finance Instruments, Labor, Debt Recovery and Corporate Matters, Regulatory and Business Advisory Services.  
• Articulate, effective communication skills with the ability to communicate internally and externally (lawyers, regulators, auditors) at all levels.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Good time management skills

Note: Only candidates within Lagos Island and its environs would be shortlisted. (Male Candidates are strong encouraged to apply)