• Application Deadline:
• Position: Senior Legal and Compliance Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 - 8 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Law / Legal 
  

Job Description

Compliance Management:

• Develop, implement, and monitor the organization’s compliance programs.


• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements across all business operations.


• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines, ensuring the company complies with new or changing laws.


• Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure timely reporting of compliance matters.

Legal Advisory:

• Provide legal advice and counsel to the organization on a broad range of legal and regulatory issues.


• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to minimize risks.


• Ensure legal protections for the company’s intellectual property, employment matters, and contractual relationships.


• Handle litigation and disputes, working with external legal counsel as necessary.

Policy Development:

• Develop and update internal policies, ensuring alignment with legal standards and corporate objectives.


• Conduct regular training for employees on compliance-related topics (e.g., anti-corruption, data protection, and ethical practices).


• Collaborate with departments to review procedures and policies to mitigate legal risks.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential legal and compliance risks within the organization and recommend corrective actions.


• Establish and monitor controls to prevent or mitigate legal and compliance risks.


• Lead internal investigations of compliance violations or potential legal issues.

Requirements

• 5-8 Years post-call experience.


• 3 Years of Compliance experience.


• Professional certification in compliance (e.g., Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)) is an added advantage.


• Strong knowledge of corporate law, regulatory frameworks, and compliance requirements.