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Objective: 

We seek hire an experienced, competent and collaborative individual to join our Audit team as an Internal Auditor.

Main Key Responsibilities: 

• Audit Planning and Execution:
  • Support in the developing and implementing annual audit plans based on risk assessments, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and adherence to company policies and procedures.
  • Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with audit methodology and in line with local and international standards (e.g., IIA, IPPF).
  • Perform risk-based audits, ensuring a focus on key areas such as revenue leakages, inventory management, procurement, and regulatory compliance.
• Risk Assessment and Internal Control Evaluation:
  • Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and processes, identifying weaknesses and potential risks.
  • Provide recommendations to mitigate risks, improve operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., NPA, NUPRC, NMDPRA, NIMASA etc).
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to risk management and internal controls.
• Reporting and Communication:
  • Prepare detailed audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and recommendations for management and stakeholders.
  • Communicate audit findings and provide actionable recommendations to management in a clear and concise manner.
  • Follow up on management’s corrective actions to ensure implementation of audit recommendations.
• Compliance and Regulatory Audits:
  • Ensure the company adheres to Nigerian laws and regulations specific to the downstream oil and gas sector.
  • Conduct compliance audits related to the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) and other industry-specific regulations.
  • Coordinate with regulatory authorities during audits and ensure that all statutory requirements are met.
• Fraud Detection and Prevention:
  • Identify and investigate instances of fraud, corruption, and financial mismanagement.
  • Develop internal controls to prevent fraud and ensure transparency in financial transactions and reporting.
  • Provide guidance to management on fraud risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Continuous Improvement and Best Practices:
  • Stay updated with industry trends, audit best practices, and regulatory changes within the oil and gas sector.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of internal audit activities.
  • Assist in training and capacity building for internal audit staff and other stakeholders.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management:
  • Work closely with various departments, including Finance, Operations, Procurement, and Legal, to ensure alignment with audit objectives.
  • Serve as a point of contact for external auditors, regulators, and other third parties during audits and investigations.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement within the company.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA is mandatory, while CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), or CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) are highly preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of audit experience, preferably within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong understanding of the Nigerian oil and gas downstream sector, including regulatory frameworks and key business processes.
• Experience in financial reporting, risk management, and compliance audits.

Key Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify key risk areas.
• Proficiency in audit tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of Nigerian tax laws, IFRS, and oil and gas regulations.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• High level of integrity and ethics in handling confidential and sensitive information

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Job Description

• We seek to hire a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Legal Officer to join our Legal Department.
• The ideal candidate will have a solid background in commercial law, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
• The Candidate will play a key role in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, supporting regulatory and transactional matters, and advising on legal risks across the organization.

Main Key Responsibilities

• Negotiate, draft and review complex contracts, including, but not limited to: NDAs, consulting agreements, acquisition agreements, strategic cooperation and joint venture agreements.
• Manage day-to-day legal requests from the business teams, particularly relating to Business transaction.
• Manage and provide strategic advice on claims and disputes, including litigation and arbitration workstreams.
• Advise on regulatory issues and compliance and support the Business in developing and maintaining policies and procedures and monitoring to ensure compliance.
• Prepare and deliver updates on legal developments and requirements to various audiences and provide ongoing advice on applicable laws and regulations governing commercial activities.
• Develop and draft form and template contracts.
• Periodically travel between Business offices as well as travel to and from respective project facilities.
• Document legal drafting and writing approaches suited for organisation’s use.
• Review and draft contracts, agreements and internal policies and ensure that they are in compliance with all statutory or legal requirements.
• Provide advisory services on issues that relate to the legal and regulatory framework and liaise with necessary regulatory bodies when needed.
• Collaborate with senior management to drive responsive actions to address legal-related public policy issues.
• Provide advisory services on issues that relate to the legal and regulatory framework and liaise with necessary regulatory bodies when needed.
• Interpret new/ existing local and international laws, regulations and decrees which will affect operations in Nigeria and provide advice accordingly.
• Keep abreast of the latest legislative and regulatory requirements applicable to the organization.
• Provide support in regularization of annual returns with CAC—court attendance, legal searches, and monitoring title perfection processes at applicable land registries.
• Assist with the preparation of board resolutions and extracts of minutes, schedule of meetings, etc.

Requirements
Qualification / Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in law (LL. B) and B.L
• Relevant postgraduate degree and professional qualification.
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience

Skills and Competencies:

• Good understanding of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations and legislations relating to the financial service industry.
• Oil & gas Industry experience is an advantage

Technical and Administrative Skills:

• Legal document handling
• Case file organization
• Communication and writing (e.g., drafting legal correspondence, memos)
• Confidentiality and discretion
• Familiarity with legal terms and procedures
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in work.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in legal research and documentation.
• Experience on engaging with relevant government, maritime, local content agencies, etc.