• Application Deadline:
• Position: Legal Manager



• Job Type Full Time , Hybrid



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Law / Legal 
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Ensure Duplo complies with all applicable laws, financial regulations, and licensing requirements in Nigeria and other target markets.


• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents, including customer agreements, partnership contracts, vendor agreements, and NDAs.


• Maintain corporate records, oversee company secretarial duties, and ensure compliance with corporate governance best practices.


• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks related to business operations, commercial transactions, and regulatory developments.


• Manage any potential legal disputes, liaise with external counsel, and represent Duplo in legal proceedings when necessary.


• Build and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and legal authorities to ensure smooth business operations and regulatory compliance.


• Ensure the company’s IP assets are protected, oversee data privacy policies, and ensure compliance with applicable data protection regulations.


• Provide legal insights and support on Duplo’s expansion into new markets, including entity formation, licensing, and compliance frameworks.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Excellent knowledge of the relevant laws and regulations in the local and global payments space.


• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in the Fintech industry.


• A bachelor’s degree in law (LLB, BL) from a recognized institution and a valid license to practice law in Nigeria.


• High degree of professional ethics and integrity.


• Excellent grasp of legal research, advisory and analysis.


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


• Effective communication and negotiation skills.