Legal Officer

2 days ago

Ado Ikere Road Ado Ekiti Ekiti Nigeria Cavista Holdings Full time ₦4,000,000 - ₦8,000,000 per year
Company Description

Cavista Holdings is driven by the belief that business should be a force for good. Our primary focus is on investing in the world's most underserved regions, where we strive to bring together capital, expertise, and partnerships to unlock opportunities, create value, and transform lives.

Our investment strategy is centered around promoting economic development, job creation, and improving communities around the world. We have diversified our portfolio across various sectors, including agriculture, energy, hospitality, mining, and technology to advance our mission.

Cavista Holdings is searching for great talent. We are an open, agile environment, where transparent conversation ignites collaboration with a team of great thinkers. Everyone freely contributes, ideas override egos, and the best idea always wins. We embrace new technologies and pride ourselves in our great culture. In our world, opportunity paired with imagination is limitless and we build what others can only hope to dream. We build the best because we hire only the best We've created an atmosphere allowing you to produce your best work, by catering to the creative.

Job Description

The Legal Officer shall be responsible for monitoring and/or advising on all legal matters, commercial contracts, and agreements. The Legal Officer shall also ensure the company complies with the statutory and corporate governance practices and guidelines.

Responsibilities

  • Drafting, reviewing and perfection of legal documents for and on behalf of Organization
  • Legal Searches at all levels
  • Recording Secretary as shall be assigned
  • Handling of Corporate affairs matters as assigned by the Office
  • Accompanying the Director and Deputy Director to various meetings of the Organization.
  • Representation of the Directorate at various committee/units' meetings as instructed/directed by the Director of Legal Services.
  • Representation of the Organization/subsidiary at the Magistrate and Customary Courts.
  • Representing the Organization/Subsidiaries at the Police Station and other Security Agencies.
  • Frequent Consultations with the Director, Assistant Directors and Principal Legal Officers on pending legal matters.
  • Handling of all other duties assigned to me by the Director, and other duties incidental to the optimal performance of the Directorate and the Organization at Large.
  • Support the Legal Adviser/Company Secretary in execution of all Legal/Litigation functions.
Qualifications
  • A graduate degree in law (minimum of second class lower).
  • Member of the Nigerian Bar Association.
  • A minimum 3 years post NYSC experience.
  • Sound knowledge of Microsoft office applications especially Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Excellent written &verbal communication skills.
  • Strong knowledge of corporate law; commitment and enthusiasm in the delivery of the organization's objectives.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
  • Good understanding of general and specific Company and commercial law.
  • Excellent team working ability to ensure smooth operation in the Legal Unit as a whole.
  • Good research skills.
Additional Information

Why Join Cavista Holdings?

  • Opportunity to shape the voice of a forward-thinking global organization.  
  • Collaborative, innovative, and growth-oriented culture.  
  • Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development.  

How to apply:

  • Submit an online application.
  • You will receive an email response with further instructions.

Cavista Holdings is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

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