Legal Officer

Responsibilities:

Legal Support:

• Assist the Head of Legal in providing legal advice and support on a wide range of business issues, including contracts, agreements, and regulatory matters.
• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents to ensure the company’s interests are protected.
• Conduct legal research on applicable laws and regulations to support decision-making and compliance.

Contract Management:

• Ensure proper documentation and safe custody of executed contracts.
• Track contract deadlines, renewals, and terminations, providing updates to relevant departments.
• Support the review and preparation of standard templates and legal documentation.

Compliance and Regulatory Support:

• Assist in ensuring the company complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Support the Head of Legal in managing the company’s regulatory obligations, including liaising with external regulators.
• Assist with the preparation of reports for regulatory submissions and internal compliance.

Corporate Governance:

• Provide administrative support for the management of corporate governance issues, including board meetings, annual filings, and shareholder matters.
• Collaborate with the external company secretary to ensure timely and accurate filings, record-keeping, and compliance with corporate governance standards.
• Assist in maintaining statutory books, including registers of members, directors, and shareholders.

Litigation Support:

• Assist the Head of Legal in managing litigation and dispute resolution processes, including document collection and case preparation.
• Liaise with external counsel on ongoing litigation matters and provide regular updates to management.

General Legal Administration:

• Maintain and organize legal files, contracts, and correspondence.
• Coordinate with external legal advisers and monitor their activities.
• Support the Head of Legal in day-to-day legal tasks and ad-hoc projects.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from an accredited university.
• Professional Qualification: Called to the Bar with a valid practicing license.
• Experience: 1-2 years of post-qualification experience in a legal role, preferably within an in-house legal department or law firm.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of contract law and corporate governance.
• Excellent legal research and drafting skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail.

Key Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to assess legal risks and provide sound legal solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in legal drafting and record-keeping.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with the Head of Legal, external partners, and other departments.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to support the legal team in resolving complex issues.

Remuneration: NGN 2,300,000 – 3,300,000 Annual