Head Legal

About the Role

Optiva Capital Partners is a leading wealth management company specializing in investment immigration, investment advisory, and insurance services. We are seeking a strategic, results-driven Head of Legal to lead our legal department. In this critical leadership role, you will provide expert legal counsel, ensure robust regulatory compliance, and mitigate legal risks to support our continued business growth and protect the organization's corporate interests.

• Provide strategic legal advice to the Board, Executive Management, and business units on corporate matters and expansion plans.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage high-value commercial agreements and contracts to minimize legal exposure.
• Ensure strict compliance with regulatory requirements, monitoring legal changes and liaising with government agencies.
• Manage all litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution matters while supervising external solicitors.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the internal legal team and manage department resources effectively.
• Develop and update internal legal policies, procedures, and governance frameworks to strengthen operations.

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Degree and Barrister at Law (B.L.) qualification from the Nigerian Law School.
• Must be called to the Nigerian Bar, qualified to practice in Nigeria, and hold active Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) membership.
• Minimum of 12 years of post-qualification experience (PQE), with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Prior experience within financial services, investment, banking, or corporate sectors is highly desirable.
• Master's degree (LL.M or MBA) and additional certifications in compliance or corporate governance are added advantages.

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and executive leadership growth.

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