About the Role
Elizabeth Maddeux Limited is recruiting an experienced Legal Counsel on behalf of our esteemed client in the energy sector. This pivotal role involves providing expert legal advisory services, managing complex contractual obligations, and ensuring strict regulatory compliance to safeguard our client’s commercial interests within Nigeria's upstream petroleum sector.
Key Responsibilities- Provide strategic legal advice to management on corporate, commercial, operational, and regulatory matters.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial agreements, service contracts, and joint venture documentation.
- Advise on legal and regulatory frameworks governing upstream oil and gas operations in Nigeria.
- Ensure full compliance with the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021 and NUPRC regulations.
- Support regulatory filings, licensing requirements, permits, and statutory obligations.
- Identify legal and operational risks, recommending proactive mitigation strategies.
- Manage external legal counsel, litigation, and commercial dispute resolution.
- Support corporate governance and company secretarial functions.
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree and a valid call to the Nigerian Bar (B.L.).
- Minimum of 5 to 7 years of post-call legal experience, ideally within the Nigerian oil and gas industry.
- In-depth knowledge of Nigerian corporate law, commercial contracts, and upstream petroleum regulations.
- Proven expertise in the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021 and NUPRC compliance.
- Exceptional contract drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
- Uncompromising ethical standards, sound professional judgment, and absolute integrity.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with industry standards.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within the energy sector.
- Comprehensive health insurance and other attractive corporate benefits.