• Application Deadline: Sun, 5 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Company Secretary


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 10 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Law / Legal 
  


• Salary Range ₦750,000 - ₦1,000,000/month
  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Representing the company in legal matters such as filing lawsuits or defending against lawsuits filed by shareholders or other third parties


• Consulting with management to assist with the formation of new companies, mergers and acquisitions, and other business transactions, including drafting contracts and other documentation


• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and revising contracts, including non-disclosure agreements, confidentiality agreements, licensing agreements, settlement agreements, and purchase agreements


• Drafting organizational documents such as articles of incorporation, bylaws, and partnership agreements


• Reviewing and analyzing contracts, leases, deeds, wills, trusts, securities offerings, bonds, and other legal documents to ensure compliance with state laws and regulations


• Conducting internal investigations into potential wrongdoing by company employees


• Assisting in the development of strategies to manage risk exposure and prevent legal problems from occurring


• Preparing legal documents such as summonses, complaints, answers to complaints, motions, orders, and judgments


• Evaluate new business partnerships with vendors and subcontractors.


• Represent the company in legal proceedings and negotiate deals on behalf of the company. 


• Design and oversee the company’s policy and position on legal matters.


• Protect the company against legal risks and violations.


• Examine the legal issues related to new products and services.


• Guide management on regulatory and compliance issues to ensure compliance with legal regulations.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in law.


• Minimum of 10 years experience as a corporate lawyer in a reputable organization.


• Knowledge of risk management and compliance


• Licensed to practice law from the State Bar Association.


• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.


• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail.


• Outstanding managerial and negotiation skills.