Legal Officer at Periwinkle Residences

Role Overview

• We are seeking a versatile, commercially astute, and detail-oriented Legal Officer to provide end-to-end legal support across our real estate and corporate operations. The successful candidate will play a critical role in structuring transactions, ensuring regulatory compliance, mitigating legal risks, and supporting strategic initiatives across the company’s diverse property portfolio.

Key ResponsibilitiesTransactional & Commercial Advisory

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal agreements, including:
• Land acquisition and property sale agreements
• Residential and commercial lease agreements
• Construction and consultancy contracts
• Joint venture and development agreements
• Oversee and manage the legal aspects of real estate transactions through to completion.
• Provide sound legal advice on structuring transactions to protect the company’s interests.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with applicable Nigerian real estate laws and regulations, including land use, planning, environmental, and building requirements.
• Proactively identify legal and regulatory risks across projects and operations, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and advise management on potential impacts.

Dispute Resolution & Legal Representation

• Provide legal support in resolving disputes involving contractors, clients, regulators, and third parties.
• Liaise with external counsel where required and support litigation or arbitration processes.
• Negotiate favorable settlements and minimize exposure to legal liabilities.

Corporate Governance & Advisory

• Advise management on corporate governance, policy development, and regulatory obligations.
• Support board and management processes, including preparation of legal documentation and compliance matters.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies and best practices.

Estate & Development Advisory

• Provide legal guidance to estate management teams on resident relations, service agreements, and enforcement of covenants.
• Support ongoing developments and new projects with legal input on land acquisition, permits, and contractual arrangements.
• Ensure smooth legal integration of new developments into the company’s portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and qualification to practice in Nigeria.
• Up to 10 years total post-call experience, with a minimum of 4 years in real estate law.
• Strong experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex legal agreements.
• Solid understanding of Nigerian property law, land documentation, and regulatory processes.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex legal concepts.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.