• Application Deadline: Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Legal and Compliance Analyst


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 - 6 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Law / Legal 
  

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Provide legal advisory support to the company and management on all matters.


• Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's compliance program.


• Create and update compliance policies, procedures, and guidelines.


• Ensure the compliance program aligns with current laws and regulations.


• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees.


• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.


• Maintain and update legal files and databases.


• Advise on the interpretation of laws and regulations, monitoring any amendments to them and updating management on the implications of such.


• Review or supervise the work of external counsel to ensure accuracy.


• Assist in reviewing all offering/investment memoranda.


• Perform compliance functions with manuals and procedure while maintaining exception reports as may be required.


• Monitor compliance with statutory obligations and advise management accordingly.


• Prepare periodic reports such as weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually as required

EDUCATIONAL & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION

• BL, LLB 


• Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in legal, governance and regulatory roles.


• Financial services will be added advantage.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent writing skills.


• Legal drafting and contract negotiation skills.


• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.


• Decisiveness and ability to work with minimal supervision.


• Commercial awareness.


• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance frameworks and requirements.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.