• Application Deadline:
• Position: Legal Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience 3 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Law / Legal 
  
  

Job Summary

• The Legal Officer will be responsible for overseeing the company’s legal affairs, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, drafting and reviewing contracts, and providing legal support across various departments. 


• The role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.


• Provide legal guidance on corporate governance, business policies, and risk management.


• Conduct legal research to stay updated on relevant laws and industry regulations.


• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.


• Identify potential legal risks in contracts and suggest necessary modifications.


• Maintain a repository of all legal documents and ensure timely renewals.


• Manage and coordinate company litigation matters.


• Liaise with external legal counsel on disputes, court cases, and regulatory proceedings.


• Represent the company in legal proceedings when required.


• Ensure compliance with corporate laws, including company registrations and filings.


• Handle intellectual property matters, including trademarks and copyrights.


• Assist in drafting company policies and internal legal guidelines.


• Collaborate with internal departments to provide legal support.


• Engage with external regulatory bodies, legal firms, and government agencies when required.


• Conduct legal awareness training for employees on compliance matters.

Key Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B); Call to Bar (B.L) is required.


• A master’s degree or additional certifications (e.g., Company Secretarial Practice, Arbitration) is an added advantage.


• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in a corporate or commercial environment.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and labor laws.


• Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• High ethical standards and attention to detail.


• Experience in regulatory compliance and risk management.


• Familiarity with company secretarial duties.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.