We are looking for a highly qualified Legal Counsel to oversee the legal aspects of our business. You will safeguard our reputation by guaranteeing that the company strictly follows law guidelines and give legal advice to management about all relevant issues.

Responsibilities

Undertake legal research and provide advisory to relevant departments

Provide legal support to the company and its departments via analysis of legal risks and possible impact on potential transactions

Provide legal and contractual support to the company’s asset departments

Attend court sessions and liaise with external counsel with respect to litigation, arbitration, tax appeals, and any other dispute resolution proceedings

Provide broad-based litigation management support

Maintain litigation / property, and other records and prepare periodic work reports and updates

Serve as a company representative and provide legal support during negotiations of any kind, including MOU negotiations with host communities

Provide legal support to contract engineers in the adaption of existing contract templates.

Provide the company with legal guidance in transactions with third parties

Prepare and draft agreements / contracts, leases and follow through with their implementation.

Requirements

Minimum of an LL.B. or B.L qualification

3-5years post-call experience

Cognate experience in real estate

In-depth knowledge and understanding of corporate law and procedures, with emphasis on fiscal and finance matters, commercial issues, labor-related matters, interpretation of Nigerian legislation, and contractual obligations

Prior experience in providing a company with legal guidance in transactions with third parties

Sound judgment and ability to analyze situations and information.