• Application Deadline: Sun, 29 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Corporate and Finance Lawyer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 - 5 years



• Location Lagos




• City Victoria Island




• Job Field Law / Legal 
  
  

Job Summary:

• FMR Agency is seeking a highly skilled Corporate & Finance Lawyer with expertise in corporate commercial law and financial transactions. The ideal candidate will provide legal counsel on corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and financial transactions, ensuring that all business operations align with legal and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on corporate commercial law, including business structuring, mergers & acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures, and contract negotiations.


• Provide legal guidance on financial transactions, including banking, capital markets, structured finance, and regulatory compliance.


• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, shareholder agreements, investment contracts, and financing documents.


• Ensure compliance with corporate governance and financial regulations, advising on risk management and best practices.


• Represent clients in negotiations and liaise with regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and external stakeholders.


• Conduct legal due diligence for corporate transactions and financial arrangements.


• Stay updated on corporate and financial regulations, ensuring businesses remain compliant with local and international laws.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LLB/LLM).


• Licensed to practice law in [Jurisdiction].


• 3 to5 years of experience in corporate commercial law and financial transactions.


• Strong understanding of corporate finance, securities law, and financial regulations.


• Experience in M&A, venture capital, banking, and investment law is an asset.


• Excellent contract drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong business acumen with an understanding of financial structures and corporate strategies.


• Ability to provide practical legal solutions to complex financial and corporate matters.


• Strong negotiation and communication skills.


• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with financial institutions, private equity firms, or multinational corporations.


• Knowledge of cross-border financial transactions and international corporate laws.


• Interested and Qualified candidates should send CV to recruiter.a@fmragency.com