• Application Deadline:
• Position: Solicitors Associate (Corporate Law)


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 4 - 7 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Law / Legal 
  

Job Description

• We are seeking talented and experienced Solicitors Associates to join our legal team in Lagos.


• This role requires a detail-oriented, highly skilled professional with a passion for corporate law and strong experience advising clients on complex legal matters.


• The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of experience working in a leading corporate law firm and will contribute to a wide range of high-profile transactions and advisory mandates.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on corporate and commercial legal matters, including mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and contract negotiation.


• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including agreements, memoranda, and legal opinions.


• Manage and oversee corporate transactions, ensuring smooth execution and adherence to legal requirements.


• Represent clients in negotiations and liaise with regulatory authorities and external stakeholders as needed.


• Conduct legal research and stay abreast of changes in legislation, case law, and industry trends that could impact clients.


• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior associates and contribute to the firm's knowledge development.

Key Qualifications

• LL.B from a recognized university and BL from the Nigerian Law School; additional qualifications or certifications are an advantage.


• 4-7 years of relevant legal experience in top-tier corporate law firms.


• Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and regulatory law, with experience in handling mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other complex transactions.


• Excellent drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders.


• A high level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical standards.