Advise clients on capital markets transactions, including IPOs, secondary offerings, bond issuances, securitizations, and structured finance.
Ensure compliance with relevant securities regulations and liaise with regulatory bodies.
Draft, review, and negotiate prospectuses, offering circulars, and listing documents.

Private Equity

Provide legal advisory services on fund formation, structuring, and investment transactions.
Draft and negotiate transaction documents, including share purchase agreements, subscription agreements, and shareholders’ agreements.
Conduct due diligence on target companies and provide risk analysis.
Advise on exit strategies, including trade sales, IPOs, and secondary sales.

Corporate Finance

Advise clients on debt and equity financing, including syndicated loans, venture capital, and convertible instruments.
Structure and negotiate complex financing agreements, including loan agreements, security documentation, and inter-creditor arrangements.
Provide guidance on M&A transactions, corporate restructuring, and joint ventures.

Requirements

LL.B (or equivalent law degree) and a qualified lawyer with a minimum of 10 years of post-call experience.
Strong expertise in capital markets, private equity, and corporate finance transactions.
Deep understanding of relevant laws, regulatory frameworks, and compliance obligations.
Proven ability to manage high-value transactions with minimal supervision.
Excellent contract drafting, negotiation, and advisory skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Experience in liaising with regulators, investment banks, and financial institutions is a plus.

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Mid-level Legal jobs in Lagos, Nigeria