Legal Executive at Layer3

Job Summary

• The Legal Executive will support the organization’s legal, regulatory, and compliance functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring corporate compliance with industry regulations, managing contracts, supporting governance activities, handling dispute resolution, and providing legal advisory services to mitigate risks and protect the company’s interests.

Job Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure the business complies with industry laws, regulations, and corporate governance requirements.
• Monitor changes in legislation that may impact organizational policies and procedures.
• Develop and oversee compliance programs to mitigate legal risks.
• Conduct internal audits and investigations as necessary.

Contract Management & Negotiation

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with vendors, partners, and customers.
• Ensure contracts align with the organization’s best interests and mitigate potential liabilities.
• Maintain an organized contract management system.

Governance & Policy Development

• Assist the Company Secretary and Board of Directors with Corporate Governance obligations.
• Ensure that organizational policies and reports comply with legal standards and best practices.
• Assist in developing governance structures that support the legal integrity of the business.

Data Protection & Privacy Law Compliance

• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations in handling of records.
• Develop and oversee internal compliance procedures.
• Support in managing disputes and liaising with external counsel
• Oversee legal matters related to compliance across all subsidiaries.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation Management

• Handle legal disputes involving the businesses.
• Work with external counsel/consultants when necessary.
• Act as the first point of contact for litigation and legal proceedings related to the company.
• Protect the interests of directors in any litigation affecting the company.

Training & Legal Awareness

• Conduct awareness for staff on legal matters, data protection, and compliance.
• Keep leadership updated on legal developments affecting the business

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LL. B) degree from a recognized university.
• Call to the Nigerian Bar (B.L) and membership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).
• 2-5 years post-call experience in corporate/commercial law, regulatory compliance, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of industry laws, regulations, and compliance frameworks.
• Proficiency in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts to mitigate risks.
• Knowledge of GDPR, NDPR, and other data protection laws.
• Ability to identify legal risks and develop mitigation strategies.