• Application Deadline:
• Position: Legal / Compliance Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Law / Legal 
  

Responsibilities

• Give accurate and timely counsel to executives in a variety of legal topics (labor law, partnerships, international ventures, corporate finance etc.)


• Collaborate with management to devise efficient defense strategies


• Specify internal governance policies and regularly monitor compliance


• Research and evaluate different risk factors regarding business decisions and operations


• Apply effective risk management techniques and offer proactive advice on possible legal issues


• Communicate and negotiate with external parties (regulators, external counsel, public authority etc.), creating relations of trust


• Draft and solidify agreements, contracts, and other legal documents to ensure the company’s fulllegal rights


• Deal with complex matters with multiple stakeholders


• Assist in the management of any legal disputes or litigation involving the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Law or a related field.


• At least 5 years of experience in a legal and compliance role, preferably in a real estate company or related industry.


• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations related to real estate, including property and land use regulations, zoning laws, and environmental regulations.


• Experience developing and implementing compliance policies and procedures.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to interact with people at all levels of the organization.