Legal Counsel at Joes & Eves

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to lawyers and the legal team.
• Prepare, format, proofread and manage legal documents, correspondence and reports.
• Maintain and organise physical and electronic legal files and records.
• Assist with preparing court documents, contracts, letters and other legal paperwork.
• Manage calendars, meetings, appointments and deadlines.
• Liaise with clients, courts, government agencies and other relevant stakeholders as required.
• Assist with filing and tracking legal documents and correspondence.
• Conduct basic legal research and provide administrative support for ongoing matters.
• Monitor important deadlines and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding matters.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Perform other administrative duties as may be assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience as a Legal Secretary.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good knowledge of legal documentation and office procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to multitask, prioritise and work under pressure.
• Professional, detail-oriented and highly organised.
• Female candidates residing in or around Lekki are preferred.