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Job Summary:

• A leading Nigerian law firm is seeking an experienced and commercially astute Shipping and Admiralty Lawyer with at least 5 years of post-call experience. The successful candidate will have in-depth knowledge of maritime law and demonstrated experience advising clients in shipping, admiralty claims, marine insurance, and regulatory compliance. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-profile maritime matters involving both domestic and international clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice on shipping, maritime, and admiralty matters including vessel arrests, collisions, salvage, and cargo claims.
• Draft, review, and negotiate charterparties, bills of lading, marine insurance contracts, and shipping finance agreements.
• Represent clients in maritime litigation, arbitration, and regulatory proceedings.
• Advise on compliance with Nigerian and international maritime regulations, including NIMASA, IMO, MARPOL, and UNCLOS.
• Handle marine disputes involving shipowners, charterers, P&I Clubs, port authorities, and insurers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on cross-border shipping and trade-related transactions.
• Mentor junior associates and contribute to knowledge sharing within the shipping/admiralty practice group.

Requirements:

• Qualified to practice law in Nigeria with a minimum of 5 years post-call experience in shipping and maritime law.
• Strong litigation and dispute resolution background in admiralty-related matters.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with a focus on maritime contracts and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with international conventions and local shipping laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Commercially minded with strong research and analytical capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• LL.M in Maritime Law or relevant certification in shipping law.
• Membership of maritime associations such as the Nigerian Maritime Law Association or IBA Maritime Committee.
• Experience working with port authorities, shipping lines, or marine insurers is an added advantage.

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Job Summary:

• A leading commercial law firm in Lagos is seeking a highly skilled Transactional Lawyer with over 5 years of post-call experience to join its dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience advising on complex energy and financial transactions, including project finance, capital raising, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance.
• This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact deals within Nigeria’s energy and financial sectors, while providing strategic legal advice to top-tier local and international clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on corporate and commercial transactions within the oil & gas, power, and financial services sectors.
• Structure, negotiate, and draft key transaction documents, including Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Joint Venture Agreements, Loan Agreements, Shareholder Agreements, Investment Agreements, and Security Documents.
• Conduct and lead legal due diligence for M&A and project finance transactions.
• Advise on compliance with Nigerian laws and regulations, including those enforced by DPR/NUPRC, NERC, CBN, SEC, and NAICOM.
• Provide regulatory and advisory support on cross-border investments, corporate structuring, and repatriation of capital.
• Interface with regulators, clients, financiers, and counterparties throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Supervise junior associates and contribute to knowledge development within the firm.

Requirements:

• Qualified to practice law in Nigeria; minimum 5 years post-call experience in a top-tier law firm or corporate legal department.
• Significant experience advising on energy transactions (oil & gas, renewables, or power) and/or financial transactions (project finance, capital markets, private equity).
• Strong command of Nigerian corporate law, project structuring, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage high-value transactions with limited supervision.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to tailor legal advice to business needs.

Desirable:

• Experience with cross-border financing, syndications, or export credit agency (ECA) transactions.
• Familiarity with industry-specific frameworks such as PIA, Electric Power Sector Reform Act, BOFIA, and Investment and Securities Act.
• A relevant post-graduate qualification (LL.M., MBA) is an advantage.