Legal Officers at the American University of Nigeria

Location: Yola
Department: Office of the President

Summary of Position
The Legal Officer, American University of Nigeria, is charged with the responsibility to:

• Draft and review contracts and service level agreements
• Assist in the development of guidelines, policies, procedures
• Analyze and review legal agreements, policies and documents
• Ensure (internal & external) compliance with laid down guidelines, policies and procedures
• Assist with institutional secretarial and administrative duties
• Provide legal assistance/support for units and departments as may be required
• Interface with corporate entities and individual over compliance and regulatory issues
• Keep abreast of relevant legal and regulatory developments, laws and government policies
• Implement an effective statutory intelligence and advisory systems which support the university’s strategic and operational plans
• Monitor the university’s relationship with external counsel and relevant government agencies
• Prepare periodic reports for management’s consideration; and
• Perform other sundry duties assigned by the In-House Lawyer/Secretary, the President or the Board of Trustees, in accordance with the policies and procedures of the University.

Position Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in corporate law and company secretarial duties
• A strong work ethic characterized by high integrity and professionalism
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to process information and make clear and definite recommendations on course of action
• Possess good business and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, prioritize assignments and deliver superior results
• A Master's degree or good first Degree in Law or related discipline from a recognized University, plus Call to the Nigerian Bar
• Membership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
• A minimum of three years industry-related experience working as a legal practitioner in Nigeria
• Experience of working in an academic environment is highly beneficial
• Proficiency in the use of Information and Communications Technology tools and e-resources.

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

• This person may also have certain teaching, service, scholarship, and/or other administrative or support responsibilities.
• Ability to develop a work schedule, set goals, creates / implements actions plans and monitor progress towards goals.
• Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in typing/word processing and use of personal computer/software.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.

Description of Benefits
Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.