Latest Jobs at S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Job Summary

• We are seeking a competent, dedicated, versatile, detail-oriented and resourceful Senior Associate who will be responsible for handling litigation, mediation and arbitration as well as advisory services. The successful candidate will be able to draw from a highly diversified and multi-cultural team who each have specialized skills to apply to each project.
• A qualified candidate for this position will be able to write briefs and conduct cases at the High Court/Appellate courts with little or no supervision. The person will exhibit a high-level of professionalism, leadership skills and a business style that is entrepreneurial, team-oriented, hands-on, and collaborative. The person will be able to evaluate and balance the needs and priorities of the business when making strategic decisions. The candidate will provide transactional and operational support and practical advice, geared towards the effective and efficient management of the risks and legal needs of each transaction/assignment handled.

Responsibilities 

•  Draft court processes including but not limited to motions, affidavits, written addresses, writs of summons, statements of claim and defense and appellate briefs.
•  Conduct mostly civil (and occasionally criminal) litigation in cases before all levels of courts and specialized tribunals in Nigeria.
•  Conduct trials and argue contentious and non-contentious motions and addresses.
•  Conduct arbitration and other alternative dispute resolution proceedings for clients, in both domestic and international settings.
•  Work with and advise business clients directly, as well as provide guidance and practical solutions in relation to commercial disputes.
•  Advise clients and write legal opinions on various aspects of law.
•  Perform a regulatory compliance audit in relation to dispute resolution issues.
•  Supervise and effectively delegate work to other team members and coordinate the output effectively.
•  Develop new work from existing clients and seek new clients for themselves and others including the development and support of marketing initiatives.
•  Ensure that standards, systems and processes are developed, maintained and delivered consistently within own area of responsibility.
•  Represent the firm in meetings (including member meetings), case conferences, professional meetings, inquiries, working groups, and in discussions with other legal practitioners as required.
•  Participate in the growth and development of the firm.
•  Write or participate in the writing of case reviews and thought leadership articles and updates in relation to any of the firm’s practice areas with particular emphasis on commercial dispute resolution.

Desired Qualification, Skills & Experience

•  A good first degree in Law; B.L.
•  Masters degree in Law will be an added advantage.
• 8-10 years post call experience in litigation/arbitration gained at a reputable and structured law firm.
•  Very good Knowledge of the Nigerian legal industry and its dynamics. 
•  Extensive knowledge of local, national and international laws and regulations pertaining to the various industries in which the firm operates.
•  Ability to provide and perform sophisticated legal advice/analysis.
•  Strong & effective business communication skills (verbal and writing skills).
•  Strong leadership skills
•  The flexibility to work outside normal office hours may be required from time-to-time.
• Excellent research, legal drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to comprehend complex matters and identify the laws that are applicable to them.
• Able to demonstrate exceptional organization and time management skills.
• Have a keen eye for details coupled with good research ability.
• Experience in using Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

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Job Summary

• We are seeking a suitably competent, dedicated, intelligent, detail-oriented and resourceful Accountant to join our team.
• The incumbent will also maintain the integrity of the financial information which serves as input into the performance report.
• The Accountant will be responsible for managing financial records, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with legal regulations.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to accuracy.
• This is a very hands-on role and an internal customer-facing role, which requires excellent technical, analytical skills, prioritization, responsiveness, and customer service, along with excellent verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Key Duties

• Provide strategic leadership, management and vision to the Firm’s financial structure and support efforts at ensuring maximum profit and return on investments.
• Devise and implement financial strategies and develop operational financial structures and systems.
• Drive the budgetary process to ensure all budgets adequately reflect periodic resource requirements and revenue estimates for the Firm.
• Co-ordinate the periodic financial performance monitoring and reporting activities of the Firm.
• Review all finance & accounting transactions and ensure processes/procedures to follow best practice are consistent across all contracts.
• Coordinate all activities between the Firm and subsidiary accounts functions/ activities; ensuring seamless integration of processes with a view to ensuring the maintenance of the integrity of financial information generated.
• Comply with regulatory and statutory requirements; monitors the Firm’s financial books/position and signs off on any adjustments to ensure effective controls.
• Plan and prepare annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Review and report monthly management accounts, cash control, and annual statutory accounts.
• Compute and remit PAYE tax, VAT and pensions contributions on behalf of the Firm.
• Process the tax clearance and VAT etc. certificates for the Firm and all its employees.
• Liaise with clients with regard to invoices, VAT, WHT, etc.
• Raise invoices for professional fees and expenses due from clients after consultation with Management.
• Liaise with the firm’s bankers in relation to the Firm’s accounts and investments in money market instruments.
• Collaborate with legal staff to manage billing and client accounts.
• Provide financial analysis to support decision-making.
• Carry out the consolidation of the Firm’s Financials.

Desired Qualification, Skills & Experience

• A good first degree in Accounting, Finance or a related course
• Must be ICAN qualified (chartered Accountant) with sound knowledge of applicable accounting practices.
• 8 - 12 years of accounting experience, preferably in a structured law firm of professional services
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or similar)
• Timely management of account payables and receivables.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and relevant tax regulations.
• The ability to explain complex information clearly and simply.
• Ability to meet deadlines, pay attention to detail and maintain accuracy.
• Financial analysis & interpretation.
• Good management accounting skills.
• Good assets and liabilities management skills.
• Good business performance monitoring skills.
• Good communication (oral & written) skills.
• Good IT knowledge
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Leadership/supervisory.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Promotes positive behaviour through own actions and attitude.
• Timely advice to the Practice Administrator on the improvement necessary in the accounting and control systems.
• Excellent organization, written and verbal communication skills.
• Extensive experience in the use of Microsoft Office including PowerPoint and advanced excel. 

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​​​​​​​Job Summary

• We are seeking a competent, dedicated, versatile, detail-oriented and resourceful Associate who will be responsible for handling litigation, mediation and arbitration as well as advisory services.
• The successful candidate will be able to draw from a highly diversified and multi-cultural team who each have specialized skills to apply to each project.
• The person will provide transactional and operational support and practical advice, geared towards the effective and efficient management of the risks and legal needs of each transaction/assignment handled.

Responsibilities

• Draft court processes including but not limited to motions, affidavits, written addresses, writs of summons, statements of claim and defense and appellate briefs.
• Conduct mostly civil (and occasionally criminal) litigation in cases before all levels of courts and specialized tribunals in Nigeria.
• Conduct trials and argue contentious and non-contentious motions and addresses.
• Conduct arbitration and other alternative dispute resolution proceedings for clients, in both domestic and international settings.
• Work with and advise business clients directly, as well as provide guidance and practical solutions in relation to commercial disputes.
• Advise clients and write legal opinions on various aspects of law.
• Write or participate in the writing of case reviews and thought leadership articles and updates in relation to any of the firm’s practice areas with particular emphasis on commercial dispute resolution.

Desired Qualification, Skills & Experience

• A first degree (2.1) in Law; BL
• A master’s degree in law will be an added advantage.
• 5 year post call experience in litigation/arbitration gained at a reputable and structured law firm.
• Ability to conduct litigation with little or no supervision before various courts.
• Knowledge of legal terminologies for preparing and editing a variety of legal documents.
• Excellent research, legal drafting and negotiation skills.
• Proficient with drafting of court processes.
• Ability to comprehend complex matters and identify the laws that are applicable to them.
• Able to demonstrate exceptional organization and time management skills.
• Have a keen eye for detail coupled with good research ability.
• Experience in using Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).