Senior Associate at Africa Law Practice (ALP)

Role Description

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Associate to join our Corporate Commercial & Business Advisory. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate commercial law and business advisory, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality legal services. As a Senior Associate, you will play a key role in managing clients' needs, mentoring junior associates, and contributing to the firm's growth and success.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in commercial law, corporate transactions, and regulatory compliance, with proven experience in advising businesses in Nigeria or other African markets.
• Experience in Infrastructure, Project Finance and Capital Markets is an added advantage
• LL. B, B.L required.
• Minimum of 8 Years Post-Call Work Experience in a commercial law firm or corporate legal department, ideally with exposure to cross-border or Africa-focused work
• Post Graduate degree is an added advantage
• Advanced legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, including the ability to structure complex deals and produce clear, well-reasoned legal opinions.
• Demonstrated client relationship management skills, including the ability to understand business objectives and deliver practical, solution-oriented advice.
• Experience mentoring and supervising junior legal professionals, with strong teamwork, collaboration, and leadership capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, high attention to detail, and strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment, with a proactive mindset, professional integrity, and commitment to continuous learning and innovation.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.