Evaluate new business partnerships with vendors and stakeholders (internal & external).
Design and oversee the company’s policy and position on legal matters.
Protect the company against legal risks and violations.
Guide management on regulatory and compliance issues to ensure compliance with legal regulations.
Negotiate deals on behalf of the company.
Examine the legal issues related to new products and services.
Ensure compliance with the internal controls, statutory regulations and other formalities.
Execute procedures for protecting patents, trademarks, and industrial designs
Handle litigation.
Keeping up with current changes on all relevant areas of laws and contributing to the enhancement of the knowledge base of the company’s legal function.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
8+ years corporate legal experience.
Licensed to practice law from the Nigeria Bar Association.
Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Highly analytical with strong attention to detail.
High levels of energy and drive, willingness to work hard.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong planning, coordination and organizational skills.
Outstanding research and analytical abilities.
Global leader and thinker with the ability to make quick strategic decisions.