Legal Advisor at Nine Stars Limited

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Nine Stars Limited is a dynamic and innovative agricultural and real estate company committed to transforming Nigeria’s real estate market landscape. Based in Ode-Remo, Sagamu in Ogun State, our company aims to provide unparalleled real estate solutions, offering a wide range of services that cater to the diverse needs of individuals and businesses alike.

We Are Recruiting To Fill The Position Below

Job Title: Legal Advisor

Location: Ode Remo – Sagamu, Ogun

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Nine Stars Limited is seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Legal Advisor to provide expert legal guidance, support, and advisory services across various business functions.
• The ideal candidate will ensure that Nine Stars Limited complies with all applicable legal standards, protects its interests, and proactively mitigates risks associated with its operations.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Legal Compliance and Advisory: Offer expert legal advice to management on company policies, strategic business decisions, and corporate matters. Ensure the company’s adherence to all applicable Nigerian laws, regulations, and compliance standards.
• Contract Review and Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and MOUs to secure the company’s interests. Identify potential legal risks in contracts and propose solutions to mitigate these risks.
• Policy and Procedure Development: Develop, review, and implement company policies to ensure full legal compliance and risk management. Update internal policies in alignment with changes in laws and regulations.
• Risk Management and Mitigation: Identify legal risks associated with business operations and create strategies to minimize potential exposure. Conduct risk assessments and ensure that risk management practices are integrated into corporate operations.
• Liaison with External Legal Partners: Act as the primary liaison between Nine Stars Limited and external legal advisors or law firms. Manage relationships with external counsel and coordinate on specific legal cases, as required.
• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations, ensuring the company remains compliant. Conduct internal audits to maintain corporate governance and legal compliance.
• Legal Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain a systematic and organized record of legal documents, contracts, and other sensitive information. Ensure all documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and stored securely.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB).
• Must have been called to the Nigerian Bar.
• A minimum of 3 years post call experience as a legal practitioner or in a similar role, preferably in corporate or commercial law.
• Strong knowledge of corporate, contract, and employment law.
• Proven ability to draft, negotiate, and manage contracts and legal documents.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Must understand and speak Yoruba fluently.
  
  

Application Closing Date

4th December, 2024.

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