About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Legal and Company Secretary to join our reputable organization in Nigeria. In this pivotal role, you will provide comprehensive legal and company secretarial support, ensuring that all business activities, contracts, and corporate matters strictly adhere to applicable laws and regulatory frameworks. You will work closely with executive management to mitigate legal and commercial risks, safeguard corporate integrity, and facilitate smooth governance operations across the enterprise.
Key Responsibilities- Provide timely, practical legal advice to management on operational matters and strategic business decisions.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements while mitigating associated risks.
- Manage all company secretarial duties, including maintaining statutory records, drafting minutes, and filing regulatory returns.
- Ensure continuous compliance with Nigerian laws, regulations, industry licenses, and corporate governance standards.
- Oversee litigation, external dispute resolution, and coordinate effectively with external legal counsel.
- Facilitate Board and management meetings by preparing comprehensive agendas, minutes, and action tracking.
- Maintain a robust, organized repository of legal documents, templates, and corporate seals.
- Conduct regular legal and compliance training sessions for employees across different departments.
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized and accredited university.
- Must have been successfully called to the Nigerian Bar and hold a valid license to practice law (B.L).
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant post-qualification experience within a reputable corporate or commercial law environment.
- Proven expertise in contract drafting, review, negotiation, and complex corporate law.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Nigerian regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and company secretarial practices.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and legal research capabilities.
- Outstanding written, verbal communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- High level of professional integrity, confidentiality, commercial awareness, and attention to detail.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employee and dependents.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous legal education.
- A collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented corporate work culture.