Description
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
Highly energetic, self-motivated & proactive
Benefits
Competitive pay & benefits
Flexible work and hybrid working model
Unrivaled Learning and Development