About the Role
Avon Healthcare Limited (Avon HMO) is a leading national health maintenance organization dedicated to delivering world-class healthcare services across Nigeria. We are currently seeking a dynamic and qualified Legal Officer – Company Secretariat to join our corporate legal team in Lagos. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting the Company Secretary, promoting sound corporate governance practices, and ensuring seamless administration of Board and Board Committee affairs. If you possess a strong legal background and a passion for corporate compliance, we invite you to apply and grow your career with a trusted industry leader.
Key Responsibilities- Coordinate the preparation and circulation of notices, agendas, meeting papers, and comprehensive Board packs for Board and Board Committee meetings.
- Prepare accurate minutes of meetings, ensuring timely documentation and tracking of resolutions and action points.
- Maintain statutory registers, corporate records, and filings with regulatory bodies such as the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in compliance with CAMA 2020.
- Monitor regulatory compliance obligations, track submission deadlines, and assist in preparing responses to regulatory inquiries.
- Draft, review, and update internal policies and governance-related documents, maintaining a centralized policy register.
- Support the planning and administration of Annual General Meetings (AGMs) and facilitate director inductions and training.
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree and Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) qualification with active admission to the Nigerian Bar.
- 4 to 5 years of relevant post-call experience in company secretarial practice, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
- Active membership in the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).
- Membership in the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) or progress toward certification is a distinct advantage.
- Strong knowledge of CAMA 2020, corporate governance codes, and statutory filing requirements.
- Exceptional organizational, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills with high discretion and integrity.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employee and dependents.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
- Dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.