• Application Deadline:
• Position: Senior Associate - Transactional Law (Corporate / Finance)



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 8 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Law / Legal 
  
  

Job Summary

• Are you a seasoned transactional lawyer ready for your next big move? We’re seeking a Senior Associate with deep expertise in corporate/commercial law, finance, or capital markets.


• This role is not for everyone – we’re looking for the best.

Must-Haves (Non-Negotiable)

• Minimum 8 years post-call experience


• Current or prior role in a recognized commercial law firm (not purely in-house or government)


• Proven track record in transactions – M&A, corporate finance, securities, syndicated lending, or bond issuance


• Hands-on experience leading due diligence, and drafting complex loan/shareholder agreements


• Leadership experience – must currently or previously hold titles such as Senior Associate, Managing Associate, or Assistant Partner 

Strongly Preferred:

• LL.M in Corporate/Commercial Law or professional certifications (e.g., CIS, CIMA)


• Exposure to capital markets or finance deals (e.g., SEC filings, bond issuance, syndicated loans)


• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks: CAMA, SEC, CBN, FRCN, NAICOM, PENCOM


• Experience mentoring junior lawyers or managing deal teams


• Strong business acumen – involvement in BD or client relationship management on large deals

Automatic Disqualifiers:

• Less than 8 years post-call


• No experience in a law firm


• Primary focus in litigation, arbitration, or criminal law


• No hands-on transactional experience


• Regulatory/compliance-only background with no deal structuring or drafting