Legal and Company Secretary

4 days ago

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria Oscar Temple Full time ₦4,800,000 - ₦6,000,000 per year

Legal Advisory & Risk Management

  • Provide expert legal advice to the CEO, Board, and senior management on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and employment law matters.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to mitigate risks.
  • Lead and manage litigation and dispute resolution matters in conjunction with external counsel.
  • Monitor changes in relevant legislation and regulatory environments, ensuring proactive compliance.
  • Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with the company's objectives

Corporate Governance & Company Secretarial Duties

  • Serve as Company Secretary to the Board and its committees, ensuring efficient administration and compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
  • Organize and manage Board and committee meetings, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and resolutions.
  • Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely filings with regulatory bodies
  • Act as the liaison between the Board, shareholders, and management, ensuring transparent governance practices.

Compliance & Policy Development

  • Oversee the company's compliance framework and internal policies.
  • Lead training programs on legal and compliance matters across departments.
  • Conduct internal audits to assess adherence to applicable laws and policies.

Leadership & Team Management

  • Lead and develop a high-performing legal and compliance team.
  • Oversee the engagement and performance of external legal counsel.
  • Manage departmental budgets and resources efficiently.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in law (LLB) from a recognized institution.
  • Minimum of 8 years post-qualification experience with at least 5 years in a senior legal or company secretarial role, preferably in a corporate/financial or regulated environment.
  • Strong knowledge of Nigerian company law, CBN regulations, and corporate governance best practices.
  • Proactive and capable of working independently
  • Strong legal research and drafting skills, with exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, people management, and relationship building skills
  • Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently
  • Ability to navigate and balance both legal and commercial considerations
  • High level of integrity and professionalism
  • Collaborative team player with a focus on achieving collective goals

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ₦500,000.00 per month

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