• Application Deadline:
• Position: Legal Officer / Corporate Commercial Lawyer (Property Services)


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 7 - 10 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Law / Legal 
  

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory:

• Provide expert legal advice and guidance to the company on commercial law matters, including contracts, transactions, compliance, and regulatory issues.


• Assess and manage legal risks associated with business transactions and propose strategies for risk mitigation.


• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and corporate policies.


• Conduct legal research and analysis to ensure the company is informed of relevant laws, regulations, and industry practices.

Contract Management:

• Ensure contracts are properly structured, contain appropriate provisions, and protect the Company's interests.


• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, such as purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, licensing agreements, and distribution agreements to clients.


• Ensure that contracts align with the company's objectives, comply with legal requirements, and protect their interests.


• Advise the Company on contract interpretation, potential risks, and recommended modifications.

Compliance and Corporate Governance:

• Advise the company on corporate governance matters, including board meetings, shareholder rights, and corporate structure.


• Assist in the preparation and filing of corporate documents, such as articles of incorporation, bylaws, annual reports etc.


• Ensure the company’s compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards.


• Stay informed about changes in corporate laws and regulations and guide their impact on the organization.

Key Requirements

• LL.B Degree from a recognized University.


• Minimum 7 - 10 years post-call experience as a corporate commercial lawyer


• In-depth knowledge of corporate law, contract law, and commercial transactions.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to provide practical and strategic legal advice.


• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.


• Sound business judgment and ability to balance legal risks with business objectives.


• Familiarity with corporate governance principles and compliance frameworks.