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Legal Officer

The Qibla Co. | Abuja, Nigeria

Contract Posted 3 weeks ago 26 views

About the Role

The Qibla Co. is a purpose-driven event management and consulting firm built for organisations that hold themselves to a higher standard. We combine strategy, execution, and ethics under one roof, ensuring you never have to choose between doing it right and doing it well. From high-impact conferences and fundraising dinners to intimate masterclasses and community gatherings, we deliver end-to-end excellence with strict discipline. We are currently seeking a sharp, commercially aware Legal Officer to read the fine print, manage our contracts, and safeguard our operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, vendor agreements, and event-related partnerships.
  • Ensure comprehensive regulatory compliance with Nigerian corporate laws, industry standards, and local authorities.
  • Provide proactive legal advice on risk management, liability issues, and intellectual property protection.
  • Maintain and update corporate governance records, legal frameworks, and internal policies.
  • Liaise with external legal counsels, regulatory bodies, and internal teams to resolve disputes efficiently.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university and BL from the Nigerian Law School.
  • Minimum of 2 to 4 years of active legal experience, preferably within corporate practice, consulting, or the events industry.
  • Strong commercial awareness and a demonstrated ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business solutions.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in contract drafting.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
  • Opportunities for professional growth within a fast-growing, purpose-driven organization.
  • Collaborative, dynamic, and ethical work culture that values integrity and innovation.
  • Health insurance and other employee wellness perks.

Skills

Contract Drafting Corporate Compliance Risk Management Commercial Awareness Negotiation Legal Research
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