Manager, Legal

Who we are.

Founded in 2010, Sankore Investments offers a diverse range of investment management products and services to a broad spectrum of individuals and institutions. The firm operates through several divisions, specializing in funds management, wealth management, real estate, and technology products.

About the role.

The Manager, Legal & Compliance provides mid-level legal, compliance, and regulatory support across the Group. The role serves as a key liaison with external legal counsel, manages litigation matters, and ensures compliance with capital market and investment regulations. The Manager also provides legal advisory, supports company secretarial functions, reviews contracts, conducts legal research, and ensures adherence to applicable laws, regulatory guidelines, and internal governance standards.

This role is ideal for a highly analytical legal professional with strong litigation experience and demonstrated competence in dealing with regulators such as the SEC and NGX.

You will report to the Head, Legal & Compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory & Research

• Conduct in-depth legal research on investment regulations, securities law, corporate governance, and other areas relevant to the business.
• Provide clear legal opinions on regulatory issues, transactions, and potential risks.
• Analyze changes in laws and legal precedents that may impact the business and advise relevant stakeholders.
• Support the interpretation of laws, rulings, and regulations for business decisions.

Litigation Management

• Serve as primary liaison with external legal counsel on all litigation matters.
• Manage the end-to-end litigation process, including review of pleadings, evidence assessment, and coordination of court documentation.
• Track litigation timelines, risks, and outcomes, ensuring internal stakeholders are kept informed.
• Prepare internal litigation briefs and updates for senior management.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Monitor and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations applicable to financial services operations.
• Maintain strong working relationships with key regulators (SEC, NGX where applicable).
• Assist in preparing and submitting regulatory filings, responses, and compliance documentation.
• Support internal compliance monitoring activities, including reviews of policies and procedures to ensure alignment with regulatory standards.
• Contribute to AML/CFT processes and compliance initiatives.

Contract Review & Document Management:

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements to ensure the company's interests are protected.
• Identify key risks in legal documents including terms of liability, confidentiality, obligations, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of document versions, amendments, and approvals.
• Support digitization and structuring of the contract management system.

Corporate Governance & Company Secretarial Support

• Assist in maintaining statutory books, registers, and corporate records across the Group.
• Support the planning and coordination of board and committee meetings, including preparation of materials, notices, and minutes.
• Support compliance with filing obligations and corporate governance requirements.
• Facilitate communication between internal teams, the board secretariat, and external governance stakeholders.

Regulatory & Capital Market Engagement

• Support interactions with regulators, ensuring timely and accurate submission of filings.
• Monitor and interpret updates in the regulatory environment affecting the company.
• Provide advisory on capital market transactions, reporting requirements, and regulatory engagements.

Requirements

• LLB (Minimum of Second Class Upper); BL (Minimum of Second Class Upper)
• 4–6 years post-call experience, preferably in financial services or top-tier law firms.
• Familiarity with the Nigerian regulatory environment and investment laws
• 2 years proven work experience in a related position.
• Experience working in law firms and investment management or financial services firms preferred.
• ICSAN and CGI membership is an added advantage.
• SEC Sponsored Individual license is an added advantage.
• Extensive legal and regulatory knowledge
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills

This job is perfect for you if you.

Are detail oriented, highly organized, analytical and a quick learner with the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.

What is in it for you?

Your work will be challenging and intellectually stimulating and will have tangible social and economic impact. You will receive competitive compensation and professional development, and you will work with highly intelligent teammates in a flat, performance-driven culture.