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Legal Officer

Location: [City, State], Nigeria

Work Mode: Hybrid

Job Type: Full-time

Experience: 2 to 4 years

Salary: [Amount] - [Amount] monthly gross

About [Company Name]

[Write 2 or 3 sentences about your company: what you do, who you serve and what makes you a good place to work.]

Role Summary

We are looking for a Legal Officer to protect [Company Name] and keep us compliant as we grow.

You will draft and review contracts, advise teams on legal matters and manage regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Contracts

  • Draft, review and negotiate contracts and agreements.
  • Keep a register of contracts and renewal dates.
  • Explain contract terms clearly to teams.
  • Protect company interests in every agreement.

Advice & Compliance

  • Advise management on legal and regulatory matters.
  • Track filings with CAC and other regulators.
  • Monitor new laws and explain how they affect us.
  • Support data protection compliance under the NDPA.

Disputes & Governance

  • Manage disputes and work with external counsel.
  • Support board meetings and company secretarial work.
  • Keep legal records organised.
  • Train staff on key policies.

Requirements

  • 2 to 4 years of relevant experience
  • An LLB and called to the Nigerian Bar
  • Experience in a law firm or in-house legal role
  • Strong contract drafting skills
  • Good knowledge of Nigerian corporate and commercial law
  • Excellent analysis and writing
  • Sound judgement and integrity

Nice to Have

  • Experience in a regulated industry such as fintech or banking
  • Knowledge of data protection law

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates can apply here: [application link], or send their CV to [email address] with "Legal Officer" as the subject.

[Company Name] is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.