Legal Officer at Chevron

Job Description

• Are you a skilled Legal Officer seeking a dynamic environment to showcase your talent? CEMCS Ltd is recruiting highly skilled, experienced and qualified candidate to fill the position of a Legal Officer who will work with the Management and other team members in safeguarding the legal interests of the organization and ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations.
• Prepare legal documents, contracts, and agreements with precision and attention to detail.
• Compliance Monitoring: Ensure organizational compliance with relevant laws and regulations, keeping policies and procees documents up-to-date in E-Library.
• Contract Review: Review and negotiate contracts to safeguard the organization's interest.
• Case Management: Manage legal cases, including coordination with external legal counsel, if necessary.
• Policy Development: Contribute to the development and enhancement of organizational policies to align with legal requirements and staying informed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree from a reputable institution
• Call to the Bar. Be a qualified barrister or solicitor to the Nigerian Bar
• 2 years experience and above in a similar or higher position

Required Skills:

• Excellent analytical skills to assess legal issues and provide sound advice.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with clients, colleagues, and external parties
• Proficient in conducting thorough legal research using various sources
• Strong ability to carefully draft and/or review legal documents, contracts, and agreements
• Effective problem-solving skills to navigate complex legal issues
• In-depth knowledge of Nigerian laws and regulations, including an understanding of the legal system and court procedures.
• Skills in alternative dispute resolution methods and litigation management.
• Document Management Knowledge - keeping custody and record of all documents, procees and policy documents.