Job title: Lawyer
Company: WorkNigeria
Job description: About the Role:
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Corporate Lawyer to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in corporate law and a strong understanding of the legal frameworks governing business operations in Nigeria. This role involves providing expert legal advice, ensuring regulatory compliance, and representing the company in legal proceedings under the guidance of the Head of Legal.Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal counsel and support across various departments on corporate legal matters.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
- Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Identify and mitigate legal risks related to business operations.
- Represent the company in legal proceedings, hearings, or negotiations.
- Assist in the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures.
- Conduct legal research and analysis to support decision-making.
- Advise on tax-related legal matters (knowledge of taxation is preferred).
- Collaborate with the Head of Legal to support broader legal strategies and initiatives.
Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognized institution; BL from the Nigerian Law School.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of post-call experience in corporate legal practice.
- Strong knowledge of corporate and commercial law.
- Preferably knowledgeable in Nigerian tax law.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.
- Ability to work collaboratively under the supervision of the Head of Legal.
Application:
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CVs to careers@worknigeria.comOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Expected salary:
Location: Lagos, Lagos State
Job date: Fri, 25 Apr 2025 22:04:02 GMT