Legal Officer at Mindas Petroleum Limited

Job Summary

• Mindas Petroleum Limited is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Officer to support the company’s legal and compliance functions.
• The ideal candidate will be primarily responsible for reviewing, drafting, vetting, and managing contracts and legal documents to ensure that the company’s interests are adequately protected.
• The role also involves providing legal advice on business transactions, regulatory compliance, and corporate matters within the downstream oil and gas sector.

Key Responsibilities
Contract Review & Management:

• Review, draft, vet, and negotiate contracts, agreements, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and other legal documents.
• Identify legal risks and provide recommendations to mitigate potential liabilities.
• Ensure all contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain a centralized contract repository and monitor contract expiration and renewal dates.
• Support various departments by reviewing commercial and operational agreements before execution.

Legal Advisory:

• Provide legal guidance on business operations, procurement activities, vendor engagements, and corporate transactions.
• Interpret laws, regulations, and contractual provisions affecting company operations.
•  Advise management on legal implications of business decisions.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Monitor compliance with applicable Nigerian laws and industry regulations.
• Assist in ensuring adherence to corporate governance standards and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, external counsel, and government authorities when required.

Risk Management:

• Conduct legal risk assessments on proposed business transactions.
• Identify and recommend solutions to legal and compliance issues.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures that reduce legal exposure.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Prepare legal correspondence, notices, and internal legal reports.
• Maintain accurate legal records and documentation.
• Provide periodic reports on contract status, legal risks, and compliance matters.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Percentage of contracts reviewed within agreed turnaround time.
• Number of contract-related risks identified and mitigated.
• Compliance rate with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Accuracy and quality of legal documentation.
• Timeliness of legal advice provided to internal stakeholders.
• Reduction in contract disputes and legal exposure.
• Effectiveness of contract tracking and renewal management.

Skills and Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (LL.B) in Law.
• Must be called to the Nigerian Bar (BL) and possess a valid practicing license.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2–3 years of post-call legal experience.
• Experience in contract drafting, review, and legal advisory services.
• Experience in the oil and gas, energy, manufacturing, or corporate sector will be an added advantage.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Nigerian contract law and commercial law.
• Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and document management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.