Legal and Compliance Lead

6 hours ago


Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria Flex Finance Full time
**Short Description:** Senior In-House Legal Counsel sought to manage all legal aspects of a Nigerian fintech company, ensuring regulatory compliance, contract negotiations, and intellectual property protection.

As the In-House Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for providing strategic legal guidance to the company's management team. This role requires a deep understanding of the financial services and technology sectors, particularly in the Nigerian regulatory landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the company adheres to all relevant financial and data privacy regulations, particularly those set by the Central Bank of Nigeria, NCC, NDPR, and other relevant bodies.
  • Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including partnership agreements, service-level agreements, vendor agreements, and NDAs.
  • Corporate Governance: Oversee corporate governance policies, ensure compliance with statutory and legal requirements, and support the board in governance matters.
  • Risk Management: Identify potential legal risks and provide proactive solutions to mitigate exposure. Support the executive team with advice on potential liabilities and legal strategies.
  • Intellectual Property: Oversee the protection of the company's intellectual property, including trademarks, patents, and proprietary software.
  • Dispute Resolution: Manage litigation and disputes, liaising with external counsel as necessary. Develop strategies to minimize the company's exposure to litigation and regulatory penalties.
  • Due Diligence & Transactions: Support the company in venture capital funding rounds and strategic partnerships, including conducting legal due diligence and drafting related documents.
  • Legal Research: Keep up-to-date with local and international regulations and changes in law that may affect the company's operations.
  • Advisory Role: Provide ongoing legal advice to the management team on various legal matters, including employee relations, international expansion, data protection, and customer issues.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) with a Master's Degree or additional legal certifications.
  • Must be a qualified lawyer in Nigeria and called to the Nigerian Bar.
  • 5+ years of post-qualification experience, preferably in fintech, financial services, or a similar regulated industry.
  • Proven experience handling corporate law, regulatory compliance, and contract negotiations.
  • Strong knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations, corporate governance, and intellectual property law.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced startup environment.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills:

  • Prior in-house legal experience in a fintech or tech company.
  • Familiarity with international regulatory frameworks such as GDPR and global financial compliance.
  • Experience with venture capital funding processes and legal requirements.


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