- The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical abilities, excellent drafting skills, sound legal judgment, and the ability to provide practical legal solutions in a dynamic business environment. The Legal Officer will also support management in mitigating legal risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting the company’s legal interests
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES
Legal Advisory & Compliance
- Provide legal advice and guidance on corporate, commercial, employment, and regulatory matters.
- Ensure the organization complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Monitor changes in laws and regulations that may impact the organization and provide recommendations accordingly.
- Assist in developing and reviewing company policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
- Support compliance monitoring and internal regulatory audits.
Contract Drafting & Documentation
- Draft, review, vet, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
- Prepare legal opinions, memoranda, and advisory reports for management.
- Review commercial agreements to identify legal risks and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Maintain and organize legal documentation and records.
- Ensure contracts are properly executed and safely archived.
Corporate & Commercial Legal Support
- Provide legal support on corporate transactions and business operations.
- Assist with company secretarial and corporate governance functions.
- Conduct due diligence exercises for business transactions and partnerships.
- Support management during negotiations, transactions, and strategic projects.
- Assist in handling matters relating to property transactions and conveyancing documentation.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
- Assist in managing litigation matters involving the organization.
- Liaise with external solicitors, regulatory agencies, and relevant authorities when necessary.
- Conduct legal research and case analysis to support dispute resolution.
- Support Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes where applicable.
- Prepare legal documentation for court proceedings and hearings.
Research & Regulatory Monitoring
- Conduct detailed legal and regulatory research on statutory requirements and emerging legal developments.
- Analyze legal issues and provide practical recommendations to management.
- Monitor regulatory compliance obligations and maintain updated compliance records.
- Prepare summaries and reports on legal and regulatory matters affecting the organization.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / SKILLSET
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Degree from a recognized institution.
- Barrister at Law (B.L.) qualification from the Nigerian Law School.
- Must be called to the Nigerian Bar and qualified to practice in Nigeria.
Additional certifications in Compliance, Corporate Governance, Arbitration, or Commercial Law will be an added advantage
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 1–3 years relevant legal experience in a law firm, corporate organization, or regulatory institution.
- Experience in corporate law, commercial law, regulatory compliance, and legal research is preferred.
- Exposure to litigation support, contract drafting, and advisory services is an advantage.
- Experience handling legal documentation and regulatory matters in a business environment is desirable.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Legal & Technical Skills
- Communication Skills
- Organizational Skills
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