Corporate Lawyer (Focused on Tech Startups)

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of matters, including corporate governance, intellectual property, contracts, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements, including partnership agreements, NDAs, licensing agreements, and service contracts.
• Assist in the formation and structuring of new startups, including incorporation, shareholder agreements, and equity distribution.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant laws and regulations affecting the technology and startup industry.
• Help manage intellectual property portfolios, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents.
• Support fundraising activities, including the preparation of investment documents and due diligence processes.
• Advise on data privacy and protection compliance, particularly with regards to local and international regulations.
• Collaborate with external legal counsel and other professional advisors as needed.
• Educate and train startup teams on legal best practices and risk management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) and a valid legal practicing license in Nigeria.
• 1 year of legal experience, preferably in a technology or startup environment.
• Strong understanding of corporate law, intellectual property, contract law, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and drafting skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with technology startups or in the technology sector.
• Knowledge of data privacy laws and regulations.
• Familiarity with venture capital and startup financing.
• A proactive and entrepreneurial mindset.